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Love local with Minnesota Grown chicken!

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Minnesota Grown Chicken Farms

Cook like a pro:

Grilled chicken

Don't overcook

Overcooking leads to dry and flavorless meat. When roasting,  look for juices to run clear to indicate that it is done. Cooking chicken breasts in a pan? Cook 5 to 7 minutes on each side over medium heat. In both cases wait until the center reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

whole roasted chicken with pepper and thyme

Opt for whole

Buying the whole chicken not only saves money on your end, but makes sure that meat doesn't go to waste. It is also easier than you think! Coat with butter and spices and roast for a mouthwatering meal.

clear Chicken broth with pieces of free range farm organic rooster meat on bone in a metal casserole with kitchen towel and ingredients on wooden table, view from above, close-up

Utilize everything

After you've carved the chicken and eating the delicious meat, use the bones to make broth. Add your chicken carcass, onion, carrot, parsley, celery, salt and pepper to a pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer for four hours. Strain, saving the liquid, and freeze.

Chickens were brought to the Americas as early as 700 AD.

-Forbes

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