Is it possible to marinate chicken in a plastic bag: experts answer

The marinade used to cook chicken can completely change its flavor. When chicken is soaked in the flavors of various herbs, sauces, and seasonings, it becomes even more tender and savory.

Many housewives use a plastic bag to marinate chicken. But whether this method is correct and whether it is not harmful to health, experts Jason Hall, chef at Egghead, Chris Coombs, chef and owner of Boston Urban Hospitality, and Bogdan (Dan) Danila, executive chef at Queensyard in New York, told Eatthis.

Can chicken be marinated in a plastic bag?

Many cooks use plastic bags to marinate chicken meat. This method is great for retaining moisture in the meat. However, you need to choose the right proportions of marinade.

In this case, it is better to significantly reduce the amount of salt in the dressing and increase the amount of oil. Only then will the meat be really tender and tasty.

Should the chicken be cut before marinating?

Of course, if you want to cook the chicken in pieces, you need to cut it before marinating. However, if you intend to cook a whole carcass, then cutting the chicken to marinate it better is not necessary.

Is it better to marinate boneless chicken?

Yes, indeed, it is better to marinate the chicken without bones, because then the process will take much less time. If you need to cook chicken with bones, you should increase the marinating time by several hours.