Poussin

• Literally means a young chicken.
• Modeled after the French spring chicken tender with a delicate flavor.
• Their diet is all natural with fresh spring water.
• A traditional method of preparing poussin is called spatchcock, where the backbone is removed helping the bird to be cooked more evenly.

We offer Poussin that has been raised by a supplier who has been servicing the finest kitchens in America for over 70 years. Our Poussin is locally raised on farms in Central New Jersey till 3 weeks of age. Poussin is modeled after French spring chickens.  Each bird weighs between 16 - 19 ounces and yields a very tender and delicately flavored poultry.  Even the drumstick and thigh are "white meat." Poussin is often referred to as the "veal of chicken."

Fed an all-natural diet and fresh spring water, our Poussin never receives any antibiotics or growth hormones. All our Poussin is farm-raised under stress-free conditions, allowing them to reach their natural maximum potential.

Minimally processed, USDA inspected and individually vacuum packed FRESH in a Cryovac bag; our Poussin yields an excellent shelf life. Grilling or roasting is recommended for this light, lean, poultry.

Poussin

Whole Poussin (French Young All Natural Chicken) Code: PU02-GT-CWF-FS Price: $8.00 Quantity in Basket: none Poussin is a French young chicken that is raised all-natural. Very moist. Fork tender. Each bird weighs approximately 16-20 ounces. Sold by the piece. "Roasted Poussin, sweet memories of home! Season with herbs, kosher salt, cracked black pepper. We used to squeeze a lemon over the bird then put the lemon in the seasoned cavity. Roast at high heat on a rack breast side down to self marinate. Once brown, turn the bird over. Roast until the juices from the thigh area after poked run clear, approx. 20 minutes. Then call us when dinner is ready!"