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All products featured on Epicurious are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Julia Child said it as good as anyone: the measure of a good cook is how well he or she can roast a chicken. The good news is that … Read more

Boiling chicken before baking is a technique that many home cooks swear by. Proponents of this method claim it locks in moisture speeds up cooking time and infuses the chicken with flavor. However, critics argue that pre-boiling results in bland, mushy chicken and inhibits browning. So who’s right? Here’s a detailed look at the pros … Read more

This recipe couldn’t be easier to prep, bone-in thighs are seasoned, baked, and then popped under the broiler for crispy crunchy skin and juicy meat. How Long Does It Take to Cook Bone-In Chicken at 425°F? (1889 words) A high temperature, like 425°F, is a great way to quickly get crispy skin and juicy meat … Read more

Whether you’ve hatched out a brood of chicks, bought straight-run chicks, or even bought sexed chicks, knowing which birds are hens and which ones are roosters can be tricky! Chickens have about a 50/50 gender ratio, meaning about 50% of fertile eggs will hatch as roosters and 50% will be hens. In general, when baby … Read more

Last week, I cooked pasta in the test kitchen, but I forgot to boil water first. It changed my life. Excuse me, did you hear that?! I did NOT boil water. So how did I cook the hard noodles then? In garlicky bacon fat and chicken broth (I know, right?). Heres a step by step: … Read more

Have you ever made delicious jerk chicken? Its so good! And its really easy to make. But what do you serve with it? Ive got some ideas for you. Check out my blog post for some banging delicious ideas. Trust me, you wont be disappointed!. Jerk Chicken along with brown stew chicken is like Jamaican … Read more

Family dinners just became even better thanks to these extra juicy Ground Chicken Burgers. Seasoned with dried herbs, caramelized onions, and shredded cheddar, every bite is delectable and impeccably flavored!. As someone who loves a good chicken burger, I know how frustrating it can be when you carefully shape those patties only to have them … Read more

Like most regional culinary dishes, the exact origin of Chicken Fried Steak is hard to pin down. Several places would love to take credit for being its birthplace — a community in Texas even hosts an annual celebration in honor of the dish, and similar recipes have been found in archives dating back to the … Read more

Chicken livers are an underrated and often overlooked ingredient that is packed with nutrients and easy to cook However, many home cooks aren’t quite sure how to prep and cook chicken livers properly. That’s why I’ve put together this complete guide on prepping chicken livers, including how to clean, slice, and store them, as well … Read more