This refers to a rare decorative breed of chicken.
This rare decorative breed of chicken originates from Indonesia. The unusual coloration of these birds is due to a significant increase in the number of melanocytes — cells responsible for pigmentation. Color changes are observed not only in the plumage but also in the skin, internal organs, and bones.
Black chickens have bones and internal organs that are the same black color as their plumage. Even their tongue is black. The only difference from regular domestic chickens is the dark red color of their blood. Their eggshells are also white or cream-colored, just like regular chicken eggs.
In China and Southeast Asian countries, black chicken is considered a delicacy and is referred to as a “medicinal bird.” It has high culinary qualities — the meat of black chicken is more tender than that of regular chicken and is better absorbed.
This breed of chicken is characterized by fluffy silky feathers, dark gray skin, dark meat, and black bones. Black chicken is valued for having more proteins, vitamins, amino acids, and minerals in its meat, as well as less fat and cholesterol compared to regular chicken.
Black chicken can be used to prepare the same dishes as regular chicken.
