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Old Sep 17, 2021 | 7:12 pm
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thelark
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The short answer is yes. Chickens are bred today to grow as much meat (specifically breast) as quickly as possible while eating junk.

Buy a good free range heritage bird and you simply have to roast it for excellent flavor. It’s a lot more expensive and a lot less meat, but a world of difference.
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