I would like to say for the recording: I did it Knows the first half of this tip, but I am embarrassed to admit that I didn’t know the second half. Rather, I knew, but forgot something, and as a result I was not consistent in the implementation.
But from now on it will be standard in my kitchen. It’s so simple and So Crucial for roasting a perfectly juicy chicken that there is no reason to follow this professional tip.
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For the beginning it is a must. And it only takes a few seconds. You need a kitchen thermometer for this step on which you can enter into Aldi for 9.99 US dollars.
Martha says until the thermometer reads 160 ° f. You want the chicken 165 ° F, but it will continue to rise slightly after it comes out of the oven. By removing the chicken a bit early, boiling and dry meat prevents.
That is the part I knew; This next step is the part that frozen me.
Just as essential as the chicken to bring the right internal temperature, lets the bird rest before carving. Naturally!
If you start cutting too early, the juices run over their cutting board instead of setting up into the meat again where they want them. So, Give your bird a good 10 to 15 minutes in the frying pan after removing it from the oven before starting carving.
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How to check the chicken temperature correctly
The correct use of a thermometer is just as important as the use of one. Thermometers are available in dial or digital versions, both of which are great.
To test the temperature of a chicken, insert the probe at least two inches into the thickest part of the bird and be careful not to touch the bone. The thickest part of the thigh and between the leg and chest is the best place to check.
Roasting a whole chicken is one of my favorite hacks for weekly meals. Depending on the size of your family, one or two chickens can be converted into several meals during the week. Use leftovers for a number of recipes, including tacos, pasta and sandwiches.
So simple, so versatile and so tasty – the perfect meal could be the perfect food. And with Martha’s advice it is also cooked perfectly.
