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Whole Chicken
Global — roasting whole birds is one of humanity's oldest cooking traditions.Available year-roundFull chicken flavor from the combination of white and dark meat. Roasting a whole bird develops a deeply savory, crispy-skinned result.
Did You Know?
When you buy a whole chicken and break it down yourself, it costs significantly less per pound than buying pre-cut pieces — you also get the carcass for making nutritious bone broth.
Overview
Global — roasting whole birds is one of humanity's oldest cooking traditions. · Available year-round · proteins
An entire chicken with all parts intact. Economical and versatile — can be roasted whole, broken down into parts, or used to make broth.
Global — roasting whole birds is one of humanity's oldest cooking traditions.
Origin
Available year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
proteins
Category
Flavor Profile
Full chicken flavor from the combination of white and dark meat. Roasting a whole bird develops a deeply savorycrispy-skinned result.
Storage Tips
Raw whole chicken: refrigerate up to 2 days, freeze up to 1 year. Cooked: refrigerate up to 4 days.
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How to Cook with Whole Chicken
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Truss for even cooking. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 1–1.5 hours depending on size. Baste with butter/oil during cooking. Rest 15 minutes before carving. Internal temp should reach 165°F (74°C) in the thigh.
Substitutes
Chicken pieces, Cornish hen (smaller), or turkey (larger).
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Whole Chicken
Nutrition Highlights
fat
15
carbs
0
fiber
0
protein
18
calories
215
Quick Facts
Categoryproteins
OriginGlobal — roasting whole birds is one of humanity's oldest cooking traditions.
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Provides a range of nutrients across all cuts. Excellent protein source. The carcass yields nutrient-rich bone broth high in collagen and minerals.
Whole Chicken Photos
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Whole Chicken
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OriginGlobal — roasting whole birds is one of humanity's oldest cooking traditions.
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Full chicken flavor from the combination of white and dark meat. Roasting a whole bird develops a deeply savorycrispy-skinned result.
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