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Chicken is high in protein, low in fat and low in cholesterol, making it a good selection for a healthy diet. Our bodies require a certain amount of protein daily and the body does not store protein so we need to replenish it each day.

For a roasted chicken to hold its shape it needs to be trussed (tied) before cooking. A smaller chicken may only require that the legs are tied together but a larger bird will require that it be tied around the legs and around the wings to hold its shape.

  When shopping for chicken there are several details that you should pay close attention to so you are assured of purchasing fresh chicken in the correct quantity, quality and type to satisfy your needs.

Tenderness Tips Avoid freezing whenever possible to eliminate additional moisture loss during thawing, which results in less tender meat. Keep chicken from drying out in the refrigerator by keeping it tightly wrapped.

Barbecued chicken on the grill has always been a favorite summertime food, but when improperly grilled, it can make your backyard cookout anything but memorable. This informative video demonstration shows you the secret to grilling up perfect barbecued chicken every time.

Checking doneness is accomplished in basically the same manner regardless of the cooking method you are using. Some methods are more accurate than others and some are more suitable in regard to the cooking method and to the cut of chicken.

When choosing a chicken for roasting, it is best to select a bird that is labeled a "roaster." Roasters are generally older birds with more muscle, flavor and fat. The fat is favorable for roasting because it adds flavor and moisture to the meat as it is cooking and will eventually melt off through the cooking process.

Looking at and feeling the chicken can give you information that the label will not provide. When shopping for a whole fresh chicken that you are planning on roasting whole, select one that has a rounded, plump breast, because it would contain more breast meat, which provides a nicely shaped bird when roasted.