Beijing fatty chicken stands as one of China's most treasured poultry breeds. This ancient chicken variety once graced imperial tables during the Qing Dynasty. In fact, Empress Dowager CiXi loved them so much that she refused to eat any other chicken. Their rich history began as variants of the Cochin breed, later gaining royal status. The last emperor even named them "China Palace Yellow chicken" himself. These birds aren't just pretty. They offer both eggs and meat to farmers around the world. Their unique features set them apart from other Asian breeds. The golden-feathered birds still carry their royal history…
