Chicken

Unraveling the Mystery of What’s in General Tso’s Chicken

General Tso’s Chicken – crispy, sticky, sweet-spicy perfection. Better than takeout and way easier than you think. One of the most well-known Chinese-American dishes, General Tso’s chicken is now a must-have at many restaurants across the US. But have you ever thought about what’s in that tasty, sweet and spicy sauce that covers the fried … Read more

How Much Meat Can You Get from a Whole Chicken?

Question: What is the yield of chicken meat on a whole chicken? Short answer: Whole chickens are about half bone, half meat if you try very hard to remove all of the meat. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts only, cut from a whole chicken, usually weigh about a pound to 24 ounces (1. 5 lbs) total … Read more

How Much Square Footage Does a Chicken Need?

Like any animal, chickens need space. This is why one of the most important questions when planning your first chicken coop is, “how big of a chicken coop do I need?” Whether you plan on keeping your flock confined or free-ranging them, your chicken coop needs to be the right size for the number of … Read more

How Big Should a Chicken Coop Door Be?

When designing your first chicken coop, it’s hard to get everything right the first time. Unfortunately, it’s even harder to fix your mistakes down the road. But when it comes to your chicken coop door, there really are only a few things you need to get right: the size, the height off the ground or … Read more

What To Do With Dead Chickens: A Guide For Proper Disposal

Though poultry-keepers are often taught how to ward off predators and how to keep their chickens healthy, end-of-life issues (and options) are often left out of the chicken-care conversations. However, being able to recognize the signs when chickens are ill or close to an end-of-life scenario is of critical importance—especially if other members of the … Read more

What to Make with One Chicken Breast: 20 Creative Recipes to Stretch Your Ingredients

Easy prep, low-cost ingredients, virtually no washing up, delicious flavours – bliss! Whether I am camping, entertaining guests or want a quick delicious dinner with my family, this One-pan Chicken and Garlic Rice is the kind of stress-free yet satisfying meal I love to make. Flavored with thyme, garlic, and sweet paprika, the chicken is … Read more