{"product_id":"chicken-whole","title":"Whole Chicken (1.4-1.5kg)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh Whole Chicken\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh local chicken | Approximately 1.4–1.5kg | Cleaned and ready to cook | Order at least 24 hours in advance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh whole chicken sourced daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1.4–1.5kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaned and ready to season and cook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for roasting, grilling, braising or slow cooking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for stuffing or portioning at home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile choice for family meals and meal preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for home freezing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires at least 24 hours’ advance notice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Fresh Whole Chicken is cleaned and ready for you to season, stuff or prepare according to your preferred recipe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoast it whole for a traditional family meal, cook it gently in a casserole or portion it at home for several different dishes. Its versatility and generous size make it a practical choice for both everyday cooking and special occasions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore Info\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach chicken weighs approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.4–1.5kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. As this is a naturally variable product, the exact weight and shape may differ slightly from one bird to another.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur chicken on the bone is ordered fresh daily rather than held in stock. Please place your order at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 hours in advance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Availability remains subject to confirmation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chicken is supplied whole and cleaned, ready for seasoning and cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooking Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOven roasting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Preheat the oven to approximately 180°C fan-assisted or 200°C conventional. Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting dish.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasoning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rub the chicken with oil or butter and season inside and out with salt, pepper, garlic and herbs such as rosemary or thyme.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdding moisture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Place halved lemon, onion, garlic or fresh herbs inside the cavity. Avoid packing the cavity too tightly, as this can affect even cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooking time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Allow approximately 20 minutes per 500g, plus an additional 20 minutes. Cooking times are a guide and may vary according to the chicken and oven.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChecking doneness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh without touching the bone. The internal temperature should reach at least 75°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Once cooked, rest the chicken loosely covered for approximately 10–15 minutes before carving.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing suggestion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Serve with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, rice, gravy or a fresh green salad.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChicken must be thoroughly cooked. Ensure the juices run clear and there are no raw or pink areas remaining, particularly around the thigh joints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrefer Quicker, More Even Cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a whole chicken prepared flat for the oven, grill or braai, try our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/butcherblock.mu\/products\/chicken-flattie-lemon-and-herb-rs-280-kg\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh Butterflied Whole Chicken – Spatchcock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is available Plain, Lemon \u0026amp; Herb, Peri-Peri or Barbecue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep refrigerated and use by the date shown on the packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this chicken is supplied fresh, it is suitable for home freezing. Freeze as soon as possible after receiving and defrost thoroughly in the refrigerator before cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce defrosted, keep refrigerated and do not refreeze while raw.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Butcher Block","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46169619562737,"sku":"BB-CH-6065-1.4KG","price":560.0,"currency_code":"MUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/2838\/0145\/files\/chicken-whole-uncooked.png?v=1748398913","url":"https:\/\/butcherblock.mu\/products\/chicken-whole","provider":"The Butcher Block","version":"1.0","type":"link"}