Also Known As:
Chicken Leg Quarter/ Thigh
Meat Experts Tip:
Have your meat expert cut your hind quarter into 2 pieces for easier cooking. The result will be a drumstick and a thigh. If you choose to grill this piece, remove any excess fat or skin prior to cooking to avoid flare up. Your meat expert would be more than happy to take care of this for you....just ask.
Preferred Cooking Method:
Roasting, baking, or frying
Other Cooking Methods:
Grilling or poaching
Cooking Temps:
Needs to reach 165°F with 3 minute rest period.
Recipes
Nutritional Information
Per 3 ounce cooked serving with skin- roasted: 210 calories; 13g fat (3.5 g saturated fat); 21 g protein.