Stewing Hen

Stewing Hen

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Stewing Hen

Stewing Hen

Low PUFA

Corn & Soy Free

Mobile Pasture-Raised

  • Collagen rich
  • Corn & Soy Free
  • Low PUFA
  • Mobile Pasture-Raised on diverse pastures
  • Regenerative & Sustainable
  • Maximal Nutrients
  • 'Needle-free': NO vaccines, antibiotics, hormones or dewormers
  • Preservative & Chemical Free
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Upgrade your broth and soup-making with our LowPs™ Stewing Hens – the traditional, nutrient-packed chickens that our ancestors relied on. These “retired egg layers” spent up to 2 years free-ranging on the farm, living their best lives before transitioning to nourish you and your loved ones. Unlike the 7-10 week lifespan of meat birds, these stewing hens are packed with collagen, minerals, and essential nutrients you won’t find in typical meat birds. While they don’t offer as much breast and muscle meat, they more than make up for it with their rich collagen content and superior nutrient density. Braise them in a large pot or dutch oven, and you’ll get not only tender, savory meat but also a nutrient-rich bone broth in one simple, delicious cooking session. A true culinary upgrade!

These stewing hens are even more special due to their custom-made, corn and soy free LowPs™ diet! Lab tested to contain 81% less PUFA than conventional chicken.

Raised in harmony with nature, our chickens are needle-free, meaning no pharmaceutical interventions are used or needed (no vaccines, antibiotics, dewormers, or hormones). The result? A more nutrient-rich, clean product you can feel good about.
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Stewing hens provide a ton of nourishment and collagen, making them an excellent choice for creating rich, flavorful broths. To get the most out of this cut, braise in a large pot or Dutch oven, or cook on low in a slow cooker. Simply cover the hen with water or stock, add your favorite herbs and vegetables, and simmer on low heat for several hours to extract all the rich nutrients. Once cooked, save the braising liquid in glass mason jars for later use. The meat will be extra tender and flavorful, perfect for shredding and adding to tacos, salads, or rice bowls.

Traditional Recipes from Various Cultures:
1. Chicken and Dumplings (USA): Simmer a stewing hen with carrots, celery, onions, and thyme to make a rich broth. Add dumplings on top and let them steam until cooked through for a comforting, hearty dish.
2. Coq au Vin (France): This classic French dish is made by braising a stewing hen in red wine, with mushrooms, onions, garlic, and herbs. The slow-cooked bird absorbs the flavors of the wine, creating a rich, tender meal.
3. Chicken Adobo (Philippines): Stewing hens are marinated and simmered in a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves. The long cooking process helps tenderize the meat and infuse it with bold, savory flavors.
4.Sopa de Pollo (Mexico): In this traditional Mexican chicken soup, stewing hens are simmered with vegetables like corn, carrots, and potatoes, along with cilantro and lime, creating a flavorful, nourishing broth.
5. Borscht (Eastern Europe): Stewing hens can be used as the base for a rich, hearty borscht. The long, slow simmering process enhances the flavor of the broth, perfect for pairing with beets and sour cream.
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Stewing Hen Reviews

Something special

Ash, Sarah, Ash, Sarah!!!! WHOA whoa whoa whoa whoa I NEVER had this chicken so tasty oh my word! Out of this world delicious!!!!!!!!!

Sara

28/06/2024
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So impressed

My mom is sort of a chef and a meat snob. Especially when it comes to chicken. My randfather used to be in the chicken business which is where she learned about good meat. I was honestly a little nervous to give your chicken to her because I was already in love without even trying it. She had told me multiple times already that Nourish chicken is the best chicken she has ever had and cooked with since she can remember! She can't believe it and even said it's the first time she has seen "normal size" chicken in years! Thank you again for becoming the best farmers on the planet and opening Nourish! 💕

Samantha

11/07/2024
Nourish Food Club

Taste the difference!

I just cooked up 2 of the chicken legs. Oh my heavens. I can taste the difference. No seasoning or sauces needed. High-quality chicken.

Jamie

19/06/2024
Nourish Food Club

SO GOOD!

It was so good! The chicken fell off the bone, the broth was completely jiggly, with that hard yellow surface 😍 used that to make a roast which also turned out amazing.

Devin

11/06/2024
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Outstanding

I cooked up one of your stewing hens earlier this week! Shredded the meat and used half plus the broth to make aveglemono soup and the other half into chicken salad! Can't believe how yellow the broth gets! 😁

Terry

20/06/2024
Nourish Food Club

The best

The chicken is by far the best chicken I’ve ever eaten.

Rita

01/06/2025
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Low in PUFAs, Custom-Feed

Our chicken contains 202% more of the health promoting Stearic Acid, and 54% less of the health-degrading Linoleic Acid (an Omega 6 PUFA).

Modern chickens contain significantly higher levels of PUFAs than they did in the past, with some sources even claiming that chicken is now the highest dietary source of linoleic acid (an omega-6 PUFA found in vegetable oils). This shift is primarily due to changes in the chicken’s diet, driven by the mass production of corn, soy, and other PUFA-rich ingredients used in conventional feed. And while pasture-raised chickens may have access to forage, they still require supplemental feed, which is often rich in PUFAs. Therefore, even pasture-raised chicken can still have high levels of omega-6 fatty acids, because what chickens eat directly impacts the types of fat and quality of meat you consume.

That's why at Nourish we’ve developed a custom-made low-PUFA, nutrient-dense feed for our birds, ensuring their meat contains lower levels of inflammatory PUFAs and higher levels of metabolism-supporting fats. Our commitment to better feed results in better health for both our chickens and our customers—lab-tested for peace of mind. Simply put, better food for our animals means better food for you.

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Mobile Pasture-Raised for Optimal Nutrition

Chickens raised on pasture enjoy a diverse, nutrient-rich diet, which includes not only supplemental feed but also fresh grasses, plants, and insects. This variety enhances their nutrient intake, which is then passed on to you through the meat you consume. Pasture-raised animal products are richer in fat-soluble vitamins. For example, Vitamin D levels in animal fat are influenced by sunlight, which enables animals to synthesize vitamin D in their skin and store it in their fat. Additionally, Vitamin K2 levels in animal fat are impacted by their diet, with grass-grazing animals having higher levels of this essential nutrient.

In contrast, animals confined to buildings or cages are limited to their supplemental feed, leading to a less varied nutrient profile and, ultimately, a less nutrient-dense product.

At Nourish, we take it a step further with mobile pasture-raised practices, where our chickens are moved to a fresh patch of grass daily. This ensures they have continuous access to fresh grasses and insects, providing them with a more varied and nutrient-dense diet. Unlike the generic “pasture-raised” label—which often lacks regulation—our mobile system prevents land degradation, preserves vegetation, and avoids the soil issues caused by prolonged animal presence. Regularly rotating the chickens allows the land to recover, supporting chicken health, environmental sustainability, and, ultimately, your health.

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Healthier Chickens, Free of Pharmaceuticals

Healthy animals don’t need pharmaceutical crutches. Our chickens are raised in optimal conditions—mobile pasture-raised with daily access to fresh grass, clean air, and space to express their natural instincts. Unlike confined birds that require constant antibiotic interventions due to poor living conditions, our chickens aren’t trapped in their own waste or exposed to airborne toxins. Instead, they breathe fresh air, forage freely, and benefit from nutrient-rich grasses that support their gut and immune health. While chickens can’t survive on grass alone, regular access to fresh pasture provides key nutrients and fiber, promoting overall well-being.

This natural lifestyle eliminates the need for routine antibiotics, vaccines (including mRNA vaccines), hormones, and dewormers. Industrial chickens, crammed into barns or cages, rely on daily antibiotics in their water and an aggressive vaccine schedule just to survive. In contrast, our pasture-raised chickens exercise more, experience less stress, and develop stronger immune systems, resulting in healthier meat with superior nutrient density. By prioritizing regenerative farming, we raise resilient chickens that rarely get sick, avoiding the pharmaceutical dependence of conventional poultry production.