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I'm still looking for a more definitive answer to this question myself....
I *believe* that just as "Kentucky Fried Chicken" changed it's name to KFC a while ago because "fried" became a dirty word among the health-conscious consumers, the poultry industry probably wanted to appeal to these health-conscious folks as well. (I stand corrected on this hypothesis - Snopes points out that a hare-brained scheme by the Commonwealth of Kentucky to extract royalty payments for use of the word "Kentucky" by businesses prompted this change. Ya learn something new every day I guess. That said, I stand by my original reason for the poultry industry's name change!)
As far as chickens go, a "broiler" (and I believe a fryer back in the days of frying chicken) is a young chicken (8 weeks on the outside) that is grown FAST and slaughtered young to produce a tender bird. These are typically "Cornish Cross" chickens - a hybrid created that would make a bird with a lot of breast meat and a fast growth habit.
My short answer - there is NO difference between a broiler and a fryer. It's just a tender, young chicken that will be palatable with a fast cooking method.
I checked with the USDA web site and here is what they say:
"Broiler-fryer a young, tender chicken about 7 weeks old which weighs 2 1/2 to 4 1/2 pounds when eviscerated. Cook by any method. "
So - typical government answer - a non-answer.
A poultry group I belong to says that fryers are 3 to 3-1/2 pounds, and broilers are 4 pounds. Not much of a difference, huh?
A "Roaster" or (if you can find one) a "Stewing chicken" are considerably older - sometimes they will be retired laying hens. (though these probably find their way into soup and other processed foods.) These birds will be tastier and larger - but will require a longer, moist cooking method to be tender enough to be enjoyable.
What else can I help you with?
Is it true that broiler chicken is given injection for its growth?
It is not common practice to inject broiler chickens for growth. Instead, they are typically given feed that is specially formulated to promote growth quickly. However, antibiotics and growth hormones may be used in some cases, depending on regulations and farm practices.
Is a bantam chicken a layer or broiler?
Bantam chickens are typically not categorized in this manner, as most do not have enough meat or produce enough eggs to be sufficiently used in either category. If they are placed in such groups, it depends on the breed of the chicken.
Fryer and hen difference?
Fryers can be either male or female. The term fryer is given to any chicken raised for meat use and is not a genetic description. Fryers are chickens who reach a certain pre determined weight as quickly as possible and slaughtered for their meat.
How many chicken drumettes equal 4 oz?
The number of chicken drumettes in 4 oz. will vary based on the size of the chickens used. A roaster chicken would be heaver and have larger legs then a fryer chicken resulting in less drumettes in 4 oz.
What are fryer rabbits?
Young rabbits suitable for 'frying' meaning that they are tender. Typically between 4-5 pounds live weight and 8-12 weeks of age. Older, larger meat rabbits are referred to as "roasters" or "stewers" much like chicken is. There are several types of commercial breeds that are used to produce meat and fryer rabbits because they typically produce young that fall into the 3-5 pound range by 12 weeks of age.
Is broiler chicken made out of chicken?
Yes. A broiler chicken is a type of chicken bred specifically to become large very quickly and be killed at a young age. Broilers are most often used in the commercial industry.
How long can you freeze chicken thighs and drumsticks?
Broiler-fryer a young, tender chicken about 7 weeks old which weighs 2 1/2 to 4 1/2 pounds when eviscerated. Cook by any method.Rock Cornish Game Hen - a small broiler-fryer weighing between 1 and 2 pounds. Usually stuffed and roasted whole.Roaster - an older chicken about 3 to 5 months old which weighs 5 to 7 pounds. It yields more meat per pound than a broiler-fryer. Usually roasted whole.Capon - Male chickens about 16 weeks to 8 months old which are surgically unsexed. They weigh about 4 to 7 pounds and have generous quantities of tender, light meat. Usually roasted.Stewing/Baking Hen - a mature laying hen 10 months to 1 1/2 years old. Since the meat is less tender than young chickens, it's best used in moist cooking such as stewing.Cock or rooster - a mature male chicken with coarse skin and tough, dark meat. Requires long, moist cooking.
Are the chickens used by KFC raised and slaughtered in the US?
The broiler chickens used by KFC are raised and slaughtered in the U.S. For the Southeast, most of the chicken comes from Georgia farms. Pilgrim's Pride is a major supplier for Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Is it true that broiler chicken is given injection for its growth?
It is not common practice to inject broiler chickens for growth. Instead, they are typically given feed that is specially formulated to promote growth quickly. However, antibiotics and growth hormones may be used in some cases, depending on regulations and farm practices.
Is a bantam chicken a layer or broiler?
Bantam chickens are typically not categorized in this manner, as most do not have enough meat or produce enough eggs to be sufficiently used in either category. If they are placed in such groups, it depends on the breed of the chicken.
What is the Harvest weight of a broiler?
Usually 1/2 to 1 pound more than a fryer. 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 pounds.
What are the three types of feed used in broiler production?
To raise broilers to their best you will need: A chick starter A Broiler Grower A Broiler Finisher
Scientific name for broiler?
A broiler is not a species of animal. It is a category used by the meat industry to designate a certain group of breeds of chicken or turkey raised for its meat (as opposed to types of chickens raised for eggs). The scientific name of the domestic chicken is Gallus gallus domesticus. Domestic turkeys are usually Meleagris gallopavo but may be Meleagris ocellata in South America.
Fryer and hen difference?
Fryers can be either male or female. The term fryer is given to any chicken raised for meat use and is not a genetic description. Fryers are chickens who reach a certain pre determined weight as quickly as possible and slaughtered for their meat.
What does "no broiler" mean in the context of cooking appliances?
"No broiler" means that the cooking appliance does not have a broiler function, which is used for cooking food with high heat from above.
What is the homonym of fryer?
The homonym of fryer is "frier," which is another term used to refer to a deep fryer or a person who fries food.
How many chicken drumettes equal 4 oz?
The number of chicken drumettes in 4 oz. will vary based on the size of the chickens used. A roaster chicken would be heaver and have larger legs then a fryer chicken resulting in less drumettes in 4 oz.
