There’s no such thing as “too many kitchen hacks.” We’ll always be in need of new, easier, and faster ways to prepare and whip up delicious meals. But while we can never get tired of efficient cooking tips, the “tricks” that end up wasting our time wear us out!
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So, if you’ve been looking for a foolproof way to filter the misses from the hits, we understand why. And we’re glad to announce that this article may just be one of the answers to your many cooking hack prayers.
Let’s Beam the Lights on Rotisserie Chicken
Of course, we can’t give you the answers to all your concerns in just one article. But we believe rotisserie chicken is the perfect place to begin.
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Regardless of where you shop for your rotisserie chicken, it’s a convenient option for a quick dinner where all you need to do is cook and serve. However, you need to debone it for meals like enchiladas or casserole, you already know you’ll be spending more time in the kitchen.
A Quick and Simple Deboning Hack to Try
Deboning rotisserie chicken can be a chore, but not when you’ve got the right technique. If you’re one of those who think there’ll never be a speedy way to separate the meat from the bone, you should pull your chair closer.
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We’ve stumbled on a rotisserie chicken deboning hack that works, and we’re so excited to share it with you—our fellow kitchen enthusiast.
First Things First—How Not to Shred a Whole Chicken
Before we get to the good stuff, we’ll let you know where we’ve all been doing it wrong before now. Would it surprise you to know that all our go-to shredding methods—the stand mixer hack, using our hands or two forks—work best for boneless chicken only?
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That’s right. But when it comes to shredding whole chickens, we’re better off looking for more efficient options.
The First Step in the Right Direction
So how do you debone your rotisserie chicken in the most efficient way? You get a big Ziploc bag. And yes, you heard that right.
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If you were expecting more than a large plastic storage bag, this hack has more surprises in store for you than the only five minutes you need to finish up.
Warm, Not Hot
Have you got your plastic bag already? Great! Now, you have to get the chicken ready for the next step by ensuring that it’s at the right temperature.
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The aim here is to get your chicken warm to the touch. So, be careful that it doesn’t get so hot that it can scald your skin or melt the bag.
It’s Time to De-String
This step is arguably the easiest. All you have to do here is remove the string holding the chicken legs and place the whole chicken in the Ziploc bag (which should be large enough to hold 2 gallons).
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While this process looks basic, believe us when we say it makes all the difference.
Break It Down
Ensure that the bag doesn’t retain excess air, then seal it tightly. Next, break the chicken apart by using your hands to press it, flipping the bag at intervals to guarantee that you’ve worked all sides.
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Doing this pops the bones out easily. Continue the process until you’ve broken the chicken down to your taste.
The Final Steps
Tada! If you’ve followed the above steps properly, you’ve successfully shredded your rotisserie chicken in less than a minute. You should be proud of yourself!
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Now, separate the skin and bones from the shreds after taking them out of the bag.
Some Chicken Deboning Tips You Should Note
When deboning chicken with this hack, it’s important for you to understand some best practices or tips. For example, be sure to shred the chicken only when it has been left to cool for a while.
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However, ensure that the chicken is not too cold, otherwise, it’ll be very difficult to shred and the aim of this hack will be defeated.
More Tips
Some rotisserie chickens come in tightly sealed plastic bags with just enough room in them. If that’s the case, you don’t have to get a new Ziploc bag to debone your meat.
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Just leave the chicken in its packaging and follow the steps as usual. So long as the seal is intact, it will come out perfectly.
Wrapping Up
There you have it—our sure way of deboning rotisserie chicken in no time. Try this and you’ll be glad you did.
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Are you on the lookout for more effective chicken hacks like this? Then say glued to our page because there’s more where that came from.
