Don't overlook this traditional and highly nutritious cut. Our pasture-raised, organic chicken heads come from chickens raised outdoors on rotated pasture, with plenty of fresh air, sunshine, and access to certified organic grains. No antibiotics, no hormones — just real food from healthy birds.
🥣 Nutritional Benefits:
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Rich in collagen: Excellent for bone broth to support joint, skin, and gut health.
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Packed with micronutrients: High in calcium, phosphorus, and trace minerals.
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Natural source of gelatin: Helps build a deeply nourishing, jiggly stock.
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For pets: A nutrient-dense addition to raw or cooked diets for dogs and cats.
🍲 How to Use:
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Make mineral-rich bone broth by simmering heads slowly with vinegar, garlic, and herbs.
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Combine with feet, necks, or carcasses for even more depth and gelatin in your stock.
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Homemade pet food: A fantastic option for those feeding BARF or raw diets — just check with your vet.
Using the whole animal honours the bird and supports a sustainable, waste-free food system. Add these to your freezer stash and elevate your broth game — or treat your pet to something truly nourishing.
Available from July through October, or until we're sold out.