How to Cut a Chicken Into 8 Pieces in Under a Minute - Kitchen Conundrums with Thomas Joseph

Summary

In this quick and easy cooking tutorial, Thomas Joseph demonstrates how to save money by cutting a whole chicken into eight pieces. He walks viewers through the process step-by-step, from separating the drumsticks to cutting through the breastbone, using only a chef’s knife and kitchen scissors. The video also emphasizes the value of saving the chicken's backbone for making stock. In just about a minute, you’ll have perfectly cut pieces of chicken ready for cooking, while saving both time and money. For more kitchen tips, viewers are encouraged to comment or use the hashtag #kitchenconundrums.

Takeaways

• 😀 Buying a whole chicken and cutting it up yourself saves money.
• 😀 Cutting a whole chicken into 8 pieces is quick and easy with practice.
• 😀 All you need to cut up the chicken is a chef's knife, scissors, and a large enough cutting board.
• 😀 Start with the drumsticks and cut the skin, then separate the joint by slicing through it.
• 😀 To remove the wings, make a small cut and pop them out of the joint.
• 😀 Use scissors to cut down the backbone, which can be saved for making chicken stock.
• 😀 Cut through the breastbone to separate the breast into two pieces.
• 😀 To separate the drumstick from the thigh, slice right behind the line of fat and through the joint.
• 😀 After cutting the chicken into 8 pieces, you can use them for various recipes.
• 😀 Save the backbone in a resealable bag in the freezer for future use in chicken stock.
• 😀 By cutting up the chicken yourself, you can save money and have fresh pieces ready to cook.

Q & A

Why is cutting a whole chicken into eight pieces beneficial?

It saves money compared to buying pre-cut chicken pieces, and it allows for more versatility in cooking since you can use the whole chicken.

How long does it take to cut up a whole chicken into eight pieces?

With practice, it should only take about a minute to cut a whole chicken into eight pieces.

What tools are necessary to cut up a whole chicken?

You need a chef's knife, a pair of scissors, and a cutting board large enough to accommodate the chicken.

What is the first step in cutting a chicken into pieces?

Start with the drumsticks, ensuring the skin is sliced and the joint is exposed to easily cut between.

How do you remove the wings from the chicken?

Make a small cut on each side of the wing and pop the wing out to remove it.

What should you do with the backbone after butchering the chicken?

The backbone should be saved for making chicken stock. Place it in a resealable plastic bag and freeze it for later use.

How do you cut the chicken into eight pieces?

Cut through the breast bone and then separate the drumstick from the thigh by cutting behind the line of fat.

What is the purpose of cutting the drumstick and thigh apart?

Cutting the drumstick and thigh apart helps in dividing the chicken into eight pieces and makes it easier to cook and serve.

How does cutting up a whole chicken help save money?

Buying a whole chicken is usually cheaper than buying pre-cut pieces, so cutting it yourself lowers the overall cost.

What is the final outcome after cutting the chicken?

You will have eight pieces of chicken, a backbone for stock, and extra money saved from not purchasing pre-cut chicken pieces.