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Chicken of the Woods on a tree – Laetiporus sulphureus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Where To Find The Chicken Of The Woods?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Chicken of the Woods grows on dead or dying trees. It is often found in deciduous forests and thrives especially well on oak trees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This mushroom likes humid areas with relatively low temperatures. It is common to see this one after rainy episodes lasting several days, bringing humidity and a significant drop in temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This mushroom is not referenced on our Mushroom Maps<\/a> unlike morels, porcini mushrooms, chanterelles\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want more info about this mushroom, check out this dedicated article : Where to find Chicken of the Woods?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Chicken Of The Woods Edible?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

That’s a good edible! It’s a great meat alternative for those who want the taste of meat without eating it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is best eaten young and well cooked! When it is old, its flesh becomes too firm and difficult to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chicken Of The Woods Toxic Look-alikes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No, there really isn’t a mushroom that looks like Chicken of the Woods. This mushroom is unique, and that’s what makes it quite safe to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Store Chicken Of The Woods?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once the mushroom has been picked, you can keep it in the fridge for 1 to 2 days before eating it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also possible to dry or freeze this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nutrition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This mushroom is rich in carbohydrates and proteins according to a scientific article published on Researchgate.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are more details, given for 100 g of this mushroom:<\/p>\n\n\n\n