ChefSteps Tips & Tricks: Best Way To Truss A Chicken

Summary by Krater

ChefSteps demonstrates how to truss a chicken by tying a string across the breast to prevent skin shrinkage and ensure even cooking.

From the video

Answers: How do you truss a chicken?

• trussing a chicken
• roasting whole chicken
• poultry preparation techniques

What it concludes

• Traditional trussing leaves legs tight against the carcass, resulting in overcooked breasts, undercooked legs, and soggy skin.
• Crossing the string in front of the breast prevents the skin from shrinking and pulling back during roasting, keeping breasts from overcooking and ensuring crispier skin all over.