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A whole fresh chicken is an uncooked chicken that has been completely plucked and gutted, but has not been portioned or cut up.

Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. You can then cut it up into pieces or cook it as is, depending on the recipe.

Insert a food thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. It needs to reach a temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it's fully cooked.

Yes, the giblets (heart, liver, gizzard) are often packaged in a small bag inside the cavity of the chicken and should be removed before cooking.

Yes, a whole fresh chicken can be grilled. It's recommended to butterfly or spatchcock the chicken for even cooking on a grill.

No, washing poultry before cooking is not recommended because it can spread harmful bacteria.

Yes, marinating a whole fresh chicken can add flavor and keep the chicken moist during cooking.

Roasting chickens are younger chickens that are tender and suitable for fast cooking methods like grilling and roasting. Stewing chickens are older and tougher, suitable for slow, moist cooking methods like stewing or braising.

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On average, it takes about 20 minutes per pound of chicken at 375°F (190°C) to fully cook a whole chicken.

Store it in the refrigerator if you plan to cook it within a couple of days. If it will be longer, the chicken can be frozen for several months.

Yes, you can stuff a whole fresh chicken. Just remember to include the added weight of the stuffing when calculating cooking time.

On average, a 4 lb whole chicken can provide around 3-4 servings.

Yes, provided that it wasn't left at room temperature for more than 2 hours and that it's still good quality. However, the texture may change slightly after refreezing.

Yes, generally speaking, a whole fresh chicken is healthier as it contains no additives or preservatives that are often found in processed chicken.

Roast chicken, chicken soup, baked chicken, and grilled chicken are some of the many favorite recipes that incorporate a whole fresh chicken.