If you’re used to grocery-store chicken, pasture-raised chicken will feel and taste different — and that difference is intentional.

Freedom Ranger chickens live active lives on pasture. They walk, forage, and move constantly, which means they develop real muscle. That muscle has more structure and substance, resulting in meat that is firmer, not “tough.”

Likewise, the skin on pasture-raised chickens is naturally thicker and more resilient — not paper-thin — because it develops over a longer growing period. This skin renders beautifully when cooked properly, helping retain moisture and add flavor.

Flavor is shaped long before a bird reaches the kitchen. Freedom Rangers forage naturally on pasture, eating grasses, seeds, and insects alongside a balanced feed ration. This varied diet, combined with movement and time, creates a deeper, more complex flavor than chicken raised entirely indoors.

When cooked with the right methods, pasture-raised chicken is juicy, flavorful, and deeply satisfying. These recipes are designed specifically to honor how these birds were raised — and to help you get the best results at home.