How to Break Down a Chicken

Inspired by conversations on the FOOD52 Hotline, we're sharing tips and tricks that make navigating all of our kitchens easier and more fun. Today, something every home cook should know: how to break down a whole chicken.

Here's something every home cook should know: how to break down a whole chicken. It certainly can be an intimidating task but once you get the hang of it, you'll wonder what you were ever hesitant about.

Lucky for us, our developer, and recent culinary school grad, Amanda Li is showing us how to master the task. Why pay extra for pre-cut chickens when you can do it yourself?

Do you have any tips or tricks for breaking down a chicken?

Today's video was shot by Alex Lisowski, and edited by Kyle Orosz.