"Engagement chicken": what is this dish, how is it prepared and does it really affect marriage

"Engagement chicken" is a legendary dish that women prepare when they want to get married quickly. It is believed that the chicken cooked according to this recipe is so delicious that it should encourage a man to make a long-awaited proposal.

In an interview with Foxnews, Sarah Bridenstine, a professional baker and chef at BakingKneads.com in Michigan, told how to cook engagement chicken in a way that would encourage a man to finally give her a ring.

Ingredients

• Whole chicken - 1 pc
• Lemon - 3 pieces
• Salt
• Pepper
• Rosemary
• Thyme
• Parsley

Method of preparation

1.Rub the chicken with salt, pepper and thyme.

2.Preheat the oven to 220 degrees.

3. Put the chicken in a baking dish, breast side down, and top with the halved lemons, rosemary, and parsley. Put it in the oven for 15 minutes.

4. Reduce the oven temperature to 190 degrees and cook for about an hour.

5. You can check the readiness of the chicken with a thermometer. The temperature inside the dish should be about 75 degrees.

6. When finished, let the chicken rest for about 15 minutes before slicing. This helps to redistribute the juices, ensuring that the chicken is moist.