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Chicken belongs to the meat group of birds. Chicken is the young hen or rooster that is usually sacrificed between 5 and 16 weeks of age. The quality of the chicken meat will depend on its diet. Its meat is lean, especially if consumed without skin. Properties and benefits: Chicken is composed of 70% water. Its high content of high biological value proteins makes it a fundamental food for children and athletes. It contains vitamin B3, making it beneficial for the circulatory system. In addition, vitamin B3 or niacin can help reduce cholesterol. It is also recommended for fighting diseases such as diabetes and arthritis. The fat it contains is mainly oleic acid and palmitic acid. Chicken does not contain carbohydrates. Chicken meat is good for increasing serotonin levels in our body, significantly improving our mood. It is rich in phosphorus, which will make our teeth and bones strong. It contributes to maintaining strong blood vessels. It has a large amount of retinol, alpha, and beta-carotene, which are good for maintaining good eye health. It is very easy to digest, making it a good food for people with digestive disorders. It is a very low cholesterol food if consumed without skin. Chicken helps against osteoporosis and memory loss. It improves metabolism function thanks to the selenium it contains. Being rich in vitamin B2, it reduces dry skin problems. Nutritional value per 150 grams: Energy 176 kcal Proteins 32.7 g Fats 5.0 g Sodium 91 mg Potassium 496 mg Phosphorus 323 mg Iron 0.7 mg Storage and tips: In the refrigerator at a temperature below 4 degrees to prevent bacteria from appearing. Recipe and uses in the kitchen: If you are going to cook the whole chicken, the best way is to roast it in the oven. In a small bowl, mix oil, rosemary, black pepper, and the juice of a lemon. Mix well and massage the chicken well with the mixture. Crush 4 garlic cloves with skin and place them in the baking tray where you will put the chicken. In the back of the chicken, insert a slightly opened lemon to release its juice. Bake for approximately 1 hour, half an hour on each side.