How to Truss a Chicken

My digital series, AZ Cooks, is all about culinary literacy. I want to give you the tips, techniques and recipes you need to become a better cook—from demystifying essential dishes from cultures around the globe to teaching basic methods for peeling, chopping and preparing everyday ingredients. Learning to truss a chicken properly will make your cooking life better. It’s a skill every poultry lover should have. The foolproof technique promotes even cooking that won’t dry out the breasts, and results in a beautiful presentation.

Once you learn how to truss a bird, make my recipe for Hainanese Chicken Rice.