Chicken - The Next Steps

Chicken is Britain’s favourite meat and a staple for many throughout the week. More
often than not it is just thought of as a whole roast, pieces for the BBQ or breast fillets.
The vast majority of chicken comes pre-prepared in packets. While convenient this is
expensive and limiting for the adventurous cook.
Buying a whole chicken brings variation to those who may be stuck in a rut and would
like to explore more ways to use the meat, while at the same time saving a bit of money
and reducing waste. Most importantly though, buying a whole chicken gives a more
ethical and environmental approach. Firstly, by greatly reducing the mechanised food
production element and reducing plastic packaging. Secondly buying a whole bird
brings choice. The vast majority of farms that prioritise animal welfare and biodynamic
farming, among other positive approaches, will not supply the supermarkets or do not
have the funds to process their meat, so sadly eliminating them as a choice.
This course will pass on the knowledge and craft skills to break down a whole chicken
and make the most of every part of the animal, broadening skill and opening up choice.
Beginning with a whole chicken the first stage is what to look for. Skin colour, fat and
overall health & quality.
From here breaking down the carcass into 10 pieces stage by stage, revealing different
recipes and cooking methods along the way.

After the class you will enjoy fruits of your labour accompanied by delicious glass of wine.