Free Range Basque Corn-Fed Chicken: A Taste of Tradition!
Baserri Aldabia chickens are a true delicacy, raised in the heart of the Basque Country (Fr...
Free Range Basque Corn-Fed Chicken: A Taste of Tradition!
Baserri Aldabia chickens are a true delicacy, raised in the heart of the Basque Country (France) using traditional free-range farming methods. These Basque corn-fed chickens benefit from an extended growth period of at least 91 days, allowing them to develop firm, flavourful flesh. Their diet consists of high-quality French, GMO-free cereals and they are being corn-fed in the final third of their lives, enhancing their natural taste.
The flavour of our free-range corn-fed chicken is deeply satisfying, mildly sweet with a subtle nutty undertone, thanks to its carefully balanced grain-based diet. The meat has a firm yet tender texture, offering a juicy bite that is unlike conventionally farmed poultry. When cooked, it delivers a deep, almost buttery richness with a natural umami depth that pairs exceptionally well with both simple and refined preparations.
Cooking Suggestions: How to Cook Basque Corn-Fed Chicken
Roast: Whole with herbs and butter to enhance its natural flavour (at 160°C for 1h 20 min).
Grill: Over charcoal or a wood fire for a smoky depth.
Slow-cook: Braised or confit-style for extra tenderness.
Pan-sear: Perfect for chicken supremes or thighs with crispy skin.
Poach: Gentle cooking preserves moisture and brings out delicate flavours.
Serving Suggestions: What to Pair Basque Free-Range Chicken With
Seasonal vegetables: Roasted root vegetables or sautéed greens complement the chicken’s richness.
Rustic bread: A crusty baguette or sourdough to soak up juices.
Classic sauces: A rich jus, creamy mushroom sauce, or tangy mustard-based dressing.
Herbs & aromatics: Thyme, rosemary and garlic enhance its depth of flavour.
Wine pairings: A crisp white wine like Chardonnay or a light red like Pinot Noir.
Please note: We receive these chickens once a week on Thursday with a minimum of a 2-day shelf life. Birds delivered Tuesday to Thursday will have a shorter shelf life than those delivered on Friday and Saturday.
Shelf life: We receive these chickens once a week on Thursday with a minimum of a 2-day shelf life. Birds delivered Tuesday to Thursday will have a shorter shelf life than those delivered on Friday and Saturday.
Cooking suggestions: Roasting (in the oven at 160°C for 1 hour 20 min), grilling, slow-cooking, pan-searing or poaching.
Serving suggestions: Pair with roasted or sautéed veggies, rustic bread (baguette or sourdough), sauces (jus, mushroom, mustard-based) or herbs (thyme, rosemary, garlic). Serve with white wine (Chardonnay) or red wine ( Pinot Noir).
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<p>Baserri Aldabia <a title="chickens" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/meat-poultry/specialist-poultry/chicken">chickens</a> are a true delicacy, raised in the heart of the Basque Country (France) using traditional free-range farming methods. These Basque corn-fed chickens benefit from an extended growth period of at least 91 days, allowing them to develop firm, flavourful flesh. Their diet consists of high-quality French, GMO-free cereals and they are being corn-fed in the final third of their lives, enhancing their natural taste.</p>
<p>The flavour of our free-range corn-fed chicken is deeply satisfying, mildly sweet with a subtle nutty undertone, thanks to its carefully balanced grain-based diet. The <a title="meat" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/meat-poultry">meat</a> has a firm yet tender texture, offering a juicy bite that is unlike conventionally farmed <a title="poultry" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/meat-poultry/specialist-poultry">poultry</a>. When cooked, it delivers a deep, almost buttery richness with a natural umami depth that pairs exceptionally well with both simple and refined preparations.</p>
<p><strong>Cooking Suggestions: How to Cook Basque Corn-Fed Chicken</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Roast:</strong> Whole with <a title="herbs" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/micro-herbs-and-herbs">herbs</a> and <a title="butter" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/larder-greengrocer/specialist-butter">butter</a> to enhance its natural flavour (at 160°C for 1h 20 min).</li>
<li><strong>Grill: </strong>Over charcoal or a wood fire for a smoky depth.</li>
<li><strong>Slow-cook:</strong> Braised or confit-style for extra tenderness.</li>
<li><strong>Pan-sear:</strong> Perfect for chicken supremes or thighs with crispy skin.</li>
<li><strong>Poach:</strong> Gentle cooking preserves moisture and brings out delicate flavours.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Serving Suggestions: What to Pair Basque Free-Range Chicken With</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Seasonal vegetables: </strong>Roasted root <a title="vegetables" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/fruit-vegetables/specialist-vegetables">vegetables</a> or sautéed greens complement the chicken’s richness.</li>
<li><strong>Rustic bread:</strong> A crusty baguette or sourdough to soak up juices.</li>
<li><strong>Classic sauces:</strong> A rich jus, creamy <a title="mushroom" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/mushrooms">mushroom</a> sauce, or tangy mustard-based dressing.</li>
<li><strong>Herbs & aromatics: </strong><a title="Thyme" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/thyme-micro-herb-30g">Thyme</a>, rosemary and garlic enhance its depth of flavour.</li>
<li><strong>Wine pairings: </strong>A crisp white wine like Chardonnay or a light red like Pinot Noir.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Please note: </strong>We receive these chickens once a week on Thursday with a minimum of a 2-day shelf life. Birds delivered Tuesday to Thursday will have a shorter shelf life than those delivered on Friday and Saturday.</p> <p><strong>Origin:</strong> France</p>
<p><strong>Weight: </strong>+/-1.5kg</p>
<p><strong>Storage: </strong>Keep refrigerated.</p>
<p><strong>Shelf life: </strong>We receive these chickens once a week on Thursday with a minimum of a 2-day shelf life. Birds delivered Tuesday to Thursday will have a shorter shelf life than those delivered on Friday and Saturday.</p>
<p><strong>Cooking suggestions: </strong>Roasting (in the oven at 160°C for 1 hour 20 min), grilling, slow-cooking, pan-searing or poaching. </p>
<p><strong>Serving suggestions:</strong> Pair with roasted or sautéed veggies, rustic bread (baguette or sourdough), sauces (jus, mushroom, mustard-based) or herbs (thyme, rosemary, garlic). Serve with white wine (Chardonnay) or red wine ( Pinot Noir). </p>00https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/media/catalog/product/f/r/french-corn-fed-chicken-2_1.jpghttps://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/media/catalog/product/f/r/french-corn-fed-chicken-3_1.jpgadd-to-cart
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