How to Cut a Whole Chicken

Purchasing a whole chicken is often more cost-effective than getting chicken that’s already been separated. However, if you don’t want to cook the bird whole, you need to cut it up. The most common way of doing this is an 8-piece cut. As its name suggests, you'll end up with 8 pieces in total at the end: 2 breasts, 2 wings, 2 legs, and 2 thighs. Whether you decide to bake, roast, or fry these pieces, this tutorial will make sure you end up with smaller, more manageable portions that are sure to be a hit.

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