how much do fryer chickens weigh?
1 Fryers: Chickens 6 to 8 weeks old and weighing 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 pounds. 2  Roasters: Chickens less than 8 months old and weighing 3 1/2 to 5 pounds. 3  Stewing Chickens: Chickens (usually hens) over 10 months old and weighing 5 to 7 pounds.