How do you dress a chicken?

You don't dress a chicken in the way you would dress a person! It's a bit of a funny phrase that means to prepare a chicken for cooking.

Here's what "dressing a chicken" really means:

1. Plucking: Removing the feathers from the chicken. This can be done by hand or with a machine.

2. Gutting: Removing the internal organs (giblets).

3. Cleaning: Washing the chicken inside and out to remove any remaining feathers, dirt, or debris.

4. Cutting: Depending on the recipe, you may need to cut the chicken into pieces like drumsticks, wings, thighs, or breasts.

So, the next time you hear someone say "dress a chicken," you'll know it means to prepare it for cooking!