Fry Pan Special

Introducing Valley Hatchery’s Fry Pan Special Chicks – a unique opportunity to bring a taste of traditional poultry farming right to your backyard. Our selection includes male chicks from renowned heavy breeds. These are the traditional heritage breeds like Grandma had, some breeds include Rhode Island Red, Plymouth Rock, and Orpingtons, renowned for their dual-purpose utility in both egg production and meat quality.

Unlike modern broilers, these heritage chicks grow at a natural pace, typically reaching a healthy live weight of 5-6 pounds in about 4-5 months. This slower growth ensures a leaner meat quality without the common leg or heart issues seen in faster-growing breeds. As a result, the meat you’ll enjoy is not only leaner but also packed with a depth of flavor that only time can develop.

Heavy Heritage Breeds are a nod to sustainable farming practices, as they are capable of natural mating and hatching. This approach harks back to traditional homesteading methods, where young roosters were raised for their meat, providing a sustainable source of nutrition. With our Fry Pan Special Chicks, you’ll experience this rich heritage at an affordable price.

It’s important to note that heritage chickens typically have less breast meat and longer legs. They have a distinct, deeper flavor, especially when processed at the ideal age of 5-6 months. Delaying beyond this time can lead to a tougher, stringier texture. While you will find less meat compared to a broiler bird, the flavor you’ll experience is unparalleled – a true homage to the chickens of yesteryears.

Embark on a journey back in time with Valley Hatchery’s Fry Pan Special Chicks, where each bird is not just a source of sustenance but a piece of poultry heritage brought to life.