Which of the following birds weigh 3 to 5 pounds and have soft skin, tender meat, and a flexible breastbone?
A) broilers and fryers
B) neutered male chickens
C) a cross between a Cornish hen and another common breed, such as a White Plymouth Rock, New Hampshire, or Barred Plymouth Rock
D) baking or stewing chickens
E) chickens of either sex, processed at 10 to 12 weeks of age

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Broilers and fryers are young chickens, typically processed at 6 to 8 weeks of age, weighing 3 to 5 pounds. They are known for their soft skin, tender meat, and flexible breastbone, making them ideal for a variety of cooking methods, including broiling and frying.

Which of the Following Birds Weigh 3 to 5 Pounds