How many kg is a whole chicken?

Figuring out how long to cook a whole chicken per kilogram starts with choosing the proper oven temperature. For the best results, set the oven to 230 degrees Celsius and let your bird roast at this temperature for the first 10 to 15 minutes, then drop the heat to 190 degrees Celsius for the remainder of the cooking time.

When you're determining how long to cook a whole chicken per kilo, you can use this helpful breakdown:

  • 1 kg: 1 hour
  • 1.5 kg: 1 hour and 20 minutes
  • 1.6 kg: 1 hour and 20 minutes
  • 1.7 kg: 1 hour and 40 minutes
  • 2 kg: 2 hours
  • 2.5 kg: 2 hours to 2 1/2 hours
  • 3 kg: 2 1/2 hours

To make sure that your chicken is fully cooked, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh and make sure that it has reached 74 degrees Celsius.

Keep in mind that if you plan to stuff the bird, this will lengthen the cooking time. Make sure to check both the meat and the stuffing to ensure that everything is cooked through.

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Chicken, whole

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  1. About
  2. Nutrition facts
  3. Where found
  4. Food group
  5. Weights & measures
  6. Recipes228
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How many kg is a whole chicken?

Broiler and fryer chickens range from 6 to 8 weeks old and weight about 3 to 4 pounds (1 1/4 to 1 3/4 kg) according to the National Chicken Council.

However you may find that the chickens in your local supermarket tend to be closer to 2 1/2 pounds (1 kg) as factory farms rush the birds to market at an ever faster pace.

These chickens may also be referred to as "spring chicken".

Broilers and fryer chickens can typically be used interchangeably. They are generally best cooked with high heat which make it an ideal choice to butterfly and broil, grill, or sauté in a skillet or frying pan.

The meat is young, tender and quite mild tasting which can make them a less than ideal choice for braises and stews where an older bird would deliver significantly more flavour while the younger broiler or fryer will tend to dry out.

The following chart from the National Chicken Council in the US shows the U.S. broiler chicken performance from 1925 to 2011.

YearDays (age)WeightFeed to MeatMortality %
1925 112 2.50 4.70 18
1935 98 2.86 4.40 14
1940 85 2.89 4.00 12
1945 84 3.03 4.00 10
1950 70 3.08 3.00 8
1955 70 3.07 3.00 7
1960 63 3.35 2.50 6
1965 63 3.48 2.40 6
1970 56 3.62 2.25 5
1975 56 3.76 2.10 5
1980 53 3.93 2.05 5
1985 49 4.19 2.00 5
1990 48 4.37 2.00 5
1995 47 4.67 1.95 5
2000 47 5.03 1.95 5
2005 48 5.37 1.95 4
2006 48 5.47 1.96 5
2007 48 5.51 1.95 4.5
2008 48 5.58 1.93 4.3
2009 47 5.59 1.92 4.1
2010 47 5.70 1.92 4.0
2011 47 5.80 1.91 3.8
2012 47 5.95 1.9 3.7
2013 47 6.01 1.88 3.7
2014 47 6.12 1.89 4.3
2015 48 6.24 1.88 4.8

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 unit (yield from 1 lb ready-to-cook chicken) (32g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 96Calories from Fat 60

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.7g 10%

Saturated Fat 1.9g 9%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 28mg 9%

Sodium 27mg 1%

Total Carbohydrate 0.0g 0%

Dietary Fiber 0g 0%

Sugars 0.0

Protein 8.3g

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 0%

Calcium 1% Iron 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Where found

Whole chicken is usually found in the poultry section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Chicken, whole is a member of the Poultry Products USDA nutritional food group.

How much does whole chicken weigh?

measure grams
1 unit (yield from 1 lb ready-to-cook chicken) 32
1 back, bone removed 53

In Chinese: 整鸡
British (UK) term: Chicken, whole
en français: poulet entier
en español: pollo entero

Recipes using whole chicken

There are 228 recipes that contain this ingredient.

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References

Created: November 28, 1999 Last updated: over 5 years ago

What is the weight of 1 whole chicken?

What's the Average Chicken Weight? Though chicken breeds vary in size and shape, with some featuring bigger plumage or weightier muscles, their average weight is around 5.7 pounds.

How many KGS is a full chicken?

In general, whole raw chickens that you buy from stores, supermarkets, and butchers range in size from the smallest at around 1kg (2.2lb) to the largest at about 2.5kg (5.5lb). A raw average-sized medium chicken weighs around 1.4kg (3.1lb), and a chicken of this size will feed about 4 people.

How much does a chicken weigh in kg?

Typically, standard adult hens should be between 2.5kg and 4kg. Bantams (smaller chickens) are usually around 1kg.

What size is a 1.6 kg chicken?

They are one of the best chickens on the market. The sizes range from size 12 to 20. Their size is their weight – eg Size 16 is a 1.6 KG chicken.