Organic chicken refers to a type of poultry that is raised using organic farming methods. This means that the birds are given organic feed, which does not contain any genetically modified ingredients or synthetic fertilizers, and they have access to the outdoors where they can roam freely and engage in natural behaviors such as pecking at the ground for food. Organic chickens are also typically raised without the use of antibiotics or hormones. The term "organic" refers to a higher standard of animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and food safety compared to conventionally produced poultry.