From our Sandbach counter
Free Range Whole Chicken
£8.99
- Feeds 6–8Based on about 200g per adult
- Cut fresh to orderSuitable for home freezing
- Use within 3–4 days of deliveryKeep chilled in the fridge
- Approx. 1.5kgButcher-cut, so weights vary slightly
A free-range whole chicken is a versatile centrepiece for a traditional roast, family dinner or a batch-cooking session. Find it at The Butcher’s Blade in Sandbach, Cheshire, for a classic meal that can be enjoyed hot and used in plenty of ways afterwards.How to roast: Follow the cooking instructions for the bird’s weight and ensure it is thoroughly cooked and piping hot throughout. Rest before carving for easier serving and juicy meat.Make the most of it: Serve with roast potatoes, vegetables and gravy, then use leftover cooked chicken in sandwiches, salads, soups, curries or pasta dishes.For quality poultry from your local Sandbach butcher, a whole chicken is a practical choice for everyday cooking and Sunday lunch. Check the label for storage and cooking advice.
Free Range Whole Chicken from The Butchers Blade in Sandbach. Make this the starting point for a shared lunch, family dinner or a table with planned leftovers. Choosing a roasting cut is about more than the headline weight: the number of guests, bone and preparation all affect how it fits your meal. Check the product information before deciding on the selected size.
Choosing for your meal
Tell Lee how many people you are feeding and whether you want another meal from the leftovers. Confirm whether your chosen item is bone-in, boneless, rolled or stuffed if the listing does not say. Check that your roasting tin and oven can accommodate it. Cooking time varies with weight, preparation and appliance, so use the specific instructions rather than a single rule for every roast.
Serving ideas
Roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and a suitable gravy are a useful starting point. Plan their oven space around the main dish and use resting time to finish the sides where appropriate. Any vegetables, stuffing or accompaniments are separate unless explicitly listed. Follow the label for thorough cooking where required, and plan prompt cooling and refrigeration of leftovers.
Vacuum packed or tray wrapped to lock in freshness
Local delivery orders travel chilled in an insulated cool box with ice packs.
Closed Sunday and Monday. Collect your order at the counter during these hours.
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View our Cooking & Safety Guide for safe temperatures and tips.
Need help with portions, storage or allergens? Ask Lee before ordering.
01270 691283From the kitchen
Cooking Free Range Whole Chicken
Check the cut and weight with Lee and follow the product instructions. Use a clean thermometer rather than judging doneness by time alone. For poultry, pork, minced meat, sausages, rolled joints and mechanically tenderised meat, cook thoroughly: the centre should reach 70°C for 2 minutes, or 75°C for 30 seconds. Clean the thermometer before and after checking.
How to cook chicken safelyLee’s tip
A better roast chicken
Push a lemon and a few garlic cloves inside the bird, rub the skin with butter and salt, and rest it for 15 minutes before carving.
What goes with it?
Roast potatoes, bread sauce and seasonal greens — and save the carcass for stock. A Chardonnay or sparkling apple.
Want Lee’s personal recommendation? Ask him at the counter or call the shop. Always follow the product label and confirm allergens.