white meat

noun

: meat that comes from the breast or other thick parts of a chicken, turkey, etc., and that is lighter in color than the other parts when cooked

also : meat (such as pork) that is lighter in color than beef when cooked

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White Fish White fish is a general category for fish with flaky white meat, such as haddock, cod, and pollock. —

Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 18 Dec. 2024 Thigh placement: Dark meat, such as the thigh, needs to reach a higher temperature than the white meat to be fully cooked. —

Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2024 Lean proteins include chicken breast, white meat turkey, beans, lentils, and egg whites.16 Best Foods for Clear Skin Summary Acne is a common skin condition caused by clogged pores and hair follicles. —

Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 17 Dec. 2024 Chicken and waffles is the signature dish served either via a white meat bone in breast or a quarter leg. —

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