Quick answer: A whole chicken roasts at 190°C for about 20 minutes per 450g plus 20 minutes. A poussin, a young chicken of about 450g, takes 35–45 minutes. Both are done at 75°C in the thickest part of the thigh. We don't sell whole birds right now; legs and thighs roast the same way.
Closest cuts we stock
We don't sell whole chicken or poussin at the moment. These are the closest cuts we do stock:
Roast chicken pieces instead
Bone-in legs and thighs roast at 200°C in 35–45 minutes and stay juicy. See our chicken internal temperature guide.
Looking for something else? Browse everything we stock or read our meat cuts chart.
How we pack your order
Your order is packed at our butchery at St Stephen, near St Austell, in a double-walled box with a sealed thermal liner and gel ice packs, then delivered by DPD next-day on the day you choose. Free delivery over £85.
Extra strong boxWhite double-walled corrugated cardboard
Thermal linerAir-infused, padded and sealed
Gel ice packsRecyclable film, non-toxic food-grade gel
DPD deliveryOn the day you choose
Frequently asked questions
Do you sell whole chickens?
Not at the moment. We stock chicken breast, thighs, legs, drumsticks and wings.
What is a poussin?
A young chicken, usually about 450–500g, enough for one person.
How do I know a whole chicken is cooked?
The thickest part of the thigh should reach 75°C and the juices should run clear.