If you need to pluck a chicken fast, there are a few things you can do to speed up the process. First, make sure the chicken is clean and dry. Wet feathers are more difficult to remove and will take longer to dry. Second, use a sharp knife or pair of scissors to remove any large feathers. Third, start plucking the feathers from the breast area and work your way down the body. Fourth, use a poultry de-feathering tool to remove small feathers quickly and easily. Finally, rinse the chicken with cold water to remove any remaining feathers and give it one final inspection before cooking.