How To Mince Chicken (Ground Chicken)
Want to know how to mince chicken at home in easy, quick steps? This homemade ground chicken is made without a meat grinder and it's simple to make. Let me show you how to ground chicken using a food processor, or blender.
Equipment
- Food Processor or Blender
- Knife or Kitchen scissors
- Spoon
- Tray
Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken
- Salt Optional
- Pepper Optional
Instructions
- Choose the cut you want to mince, rinse and pat dry.
- Using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, cut the chicken into 1-2 inch cubes.Arrange the cut chicken on a plate or tray and put it in the freezer to chill for 20 minutes.
- Bring out the chicken when it's firm but not frozen, then put some of it in the food processor. Process for 1-2 minutes or till chicken is grounded or minced to your desired texture.
- Transfer the mince into a clean bowl or grease proof paper.Repeat above steps till all chicken used up.
- Use it immediately or store it in the freezer till ready to use.
Notes
Tips
- Wash kitchen scissors, knives, chopping boards, or any tools used immediately after use to avoid harmful bacteria spreading and causing food poisoning.
- Don't cut too big so it's easy to mince in the food processor or blender.
- When you put it in the freezer, remember it's to firm it up but not freeze.
- If using a blender, make sure it's a powerful one so it doesn't damage your blender.
- It can be used for stews, sauce, soups, burgers, meatballs, and more.
Nutrition
Calories: 516kcalProtein: 45gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 168mgPotassium: 454mgVitamin A: 336IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 2mg
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