Hosting an Intimate Thanksgiving? Here’s Why You Should Feast on Chicken

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If you’re opting for an intimate gathering this Thanksgiving, you can still enjoy all the flavors and fun of this cozy holiday—without the fuss. Whether you’re hosting a small family dinner or attending a close-knit Friendsgiving, one easy swap can simplify your Thanksgiving feast without compromising flavor: choosing chicken over turkey.

While the thought of roasting a chicken on Thanksgiving might feel inconceivable, there are a few compelling reasons why this simple swap can actually elevate small Thanksgiving gatherings.

Here are three perks of choosing chicken this Thanksgiving.

Reduce Waste

Thanksgiving leftovers are fantastic, but there are only so many turkey-inspired meals you can make before craving something else. Dividing leftover turkey among a large group is easy, but there’s a chance some of your carefully cooked bird might go to waste in smaller settings.

Since chickens are smaller than turkeys, this bird is a great alternative for small families and intimate gatherings.

 Focus on the Sides

Just like every rockstar needs a band, every Thanksgiving dinner needs mouthwatering, flavorful side dishes. While turkey is often the star of the show on this food-filled holiday, opting for chicken instead can give you more time to focus on perfecting your favorite side dishes and desserts.

Pastured Chicken

Since a smaller gathering means fewer cooks in the kitchen, crafting a delicious yet lower-maintenance primary dish is a great way to guarantee a tasty feast. Forgo the turkey and roast a simple, juicy pastured chicken to save yourself from spending all day dressing and tending to your bird and give yourself more time to craft flavorful, delicious side dishes.

 Choose High-Quality Ingredients

When it comes to crafting both grocery lists and guest lists, one thing is certain: quality is always better than quantity. When preparing a home-cooked meal with a few cherished friends and family members, choose high-quality ingredients and grass fed meats. 

Pastured Chicken

While ethically raised, grass fed turkeys can be difficult to find during November without a membership to a regenerative farm or local co-op, sustainable soy free chicken can be easier to find. Look for farms that use holistic agriculture practices to find sustainably raised, nutritious chicken.

Here are two tips for preparing a roast chicken for Thanksgiving dinner.

Stay True to Stuffing

The secret to making sure your roasted chicken dinner stays true to the Thanksgiving theme is in the stuffing. For additional protein and a little extra flavor, moisten your stuffing with nutrient-rich chicken bone broth. Season your stuffing with fresh herbs and spices and get ready to serve up an unforgettable bird.

Pastured Chicken

Spruce Up the Gravy

Homemade gravy is easy to make and elevates any Thanksgiving dinner. Simply make a roux of flour and butter and then add the drippings you collected while roasting your chicken. If your family puts gravy on everything from freshly buttered rolls to creamy mashed potatoes, save some of the bone broth you used for your stuffing to make additional gravy.

Even if your table is smaller than usual this year, Thanksgiving can still be filled with dazzling conversation, delicious food, and plenty to be grateful for.

 About Primal Pastures

 When you trust Primal Pastures for your meat and animal product needs, you can rest assured that you’re choosing ethically raised, nutrient-dense food. Meals are about so much more than just food. Family dinners are chances to connect with your loved ones. Breakfast is an opportunity to welcome a new day with open arms. When you write your grocery list, you’re doing more than planning your meals for the week—you’re deciding what kind of life you want to live and what type of world you want to live in. Since 2012, Primal Pastures has proved that the little things matter, especially when it comes to food. By raising corn and soy free chicken and beef using regenerative agriculture practices, Primal Pastures sets a gold standard for meat.

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