The most often cited reason is the softness and blandness of the meat. A popular notion is that backyard chickens of other breeds invariably taste better than these commercial broilers. ... For my small family, a compact 1.8 kilogram (4-pound) Cornish broiler is a much more suitable size than even a small turkey.

Does farm raised chicken taste better?

Proponents of efficiency-driven agriculture have long asserted that there's no functional difference between old-world farming and modernized, mechanized agribusiness. But a recent study shows we can taste the difference on our plates.

Can you taste the difference in free range chicken?

It's true! Free-range chickens are happier, healthier chickens, so they produce tastier meat. Some believe this is due to lower cortisol levels, which can toughen up meat, or to increased exercise that better develops their muscles, creating a juicier texture.