Discovering the Valuable Chicken Oyster

Discovering the Valuable Chicken Oyster

Within the familiar framework of a whole chicken lies a little known secret: the chicken oyster. Often overlooked or unknowingly discarded, this small, prized morsel offers a distinct flavor and...
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Perfectly Air Fried Chicken

Perfectly Air Fried Chicken

The air fryer has quickly moved from a kitchen novelty to a culinary workhorse for many home cooks and professional chefs. Its ability to deliver satisfying crispness with significantly less...
Chicken Broth “Jiggle” is Pure Gold

Chicken Broth “Jiggle” is Pure Gold

There’s a quiet moment of anticipation for all cooks who have attempted to make truly great chicken broth from scratch that comes the morning after. You walk to the refrigerator,...
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Taking Chicken Wings from the Fire and Into the Smoke

Taking Chicken Wings from the Fire and Into the Smoke

Forget everything you think you know about cooking chicken wings. Deep-frying flats and drumettes is a blunt instrument. It’s fast, aggressive, and while it delivers that satisfying crunch, it often...
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Which is the Healthier Protein: Chicken or Salmon?

Which is the Healthier Protein: Chicken or Salmon?

In the continued search for healthy eating and delightful menu options, two protein sources consistently rise to the top: Chicken and Salmon. Both are healthy, incredibly versatile and widely consumed,...
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Grilling Your Prepared Jidori Yakitori Skewers to Perfection

Grilling Your Prepared Jidori Yakitori Skewers to Perfection

There's something universally appealing about food on a stick, and yakitori, the beloved Japanese style of grilled chicken skewers, is the newest and most exciting offering available directly from Jidori...
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Chicken vs. Pork: Nutrition and Flavor Battle

Chicken vs. Pork: Nutrition and Flavor Battle

We continue our protein throwdown comparisons today in battle Chicken vs Pork. As the emphasis on protein in menus and diets continues to gain momentum, focusing on satiety and overall...
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Chicken Breast is the Core of High-Protein Diets

Chicken Breast is the Core of High-Protein Diets

In contemporary cooking and nutrition, the spotlight has firmly landed on protein. From fitness enthusiasts to those simply seeking more balanced and satisfying meals, the pursuit of adequate protein intake...
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Ground Chicken’s Limitless Possibilities

Ground Chicken’s Limitless Possibilities

Ground beef is often the default option in most kitchens due to its accessibility. It is widely available and comes in a variety of blend options. Leaner blends can get...
What Are Chicken Lollipops and Tulip Wings?

What Are Chicken Lollipops and Tulip Wings?

The chicken "lollipop" is a straight-forward butchering technique worth practicing and mastering. It enhances both the presentation and ease of eating chicken wings. This method transforms a standard chicken drumette...
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Embracing Beak-to-Claw Cooking

Embracing Beak-to-Claw Cooking

For the adventurous home chef and the innovative restaurateur, the pursuit of flavor while minimizing waste is a constant drive. Though chicken breasts and thighs will always remain kitchen classics,...
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Spatchcocking for Faster, Crispier, and More Evenly Cooked Chicken

Spatchcocking for Faster, Crispier, and More Evenly Cooked Chicken

There’s a simple, yet incredibly effective technique that can revolutionize your whole chicken cooking: spatchcocking. It helps overcome a common grievance when roasting a whole bird, which can result in...
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