The Global Frozen Chicken Market size is expected to reach $37.3 billion by 2030, rising at a market growth of 7.5% CAGR during the forecast period. In the year 2022, the market attained a volume of 1,868.5 kilo tonnes, experiencing a growth of 6.2% (2019-2022).
With higher chicken meat production in China, a greater supply of chicken is available in the market. This increased supply can lead to a higher availability of raw materials for frozen chicken processing, potentially leading to an increase in the production of frozen chicken products. Consequently, the Asia Pacific region generate a revenue of USD 9,003.3 Million in 2022. Also, Mexico would utilize 7.0 kilo tonnes of chicken thighs by 2030. Frozen chicken products have emerged as a popular solution, providing urban dwellers with a versatile and convenient protein source that aligns seamlessly with their bustling and fast-paced lifestyles.
Modern lifestyles are characterized by hectic schedules and time constraints, leading to a growing demand for quick and easy meal solutions. Frozen chicken products offer convenience to consumers who seek to minimize meal preparation time without compromising taste or nutrition. Hence, increasing demand for convenience foods is driving the market's growth.
Additionally, Rising disposable income enables consumers to afford more food options, including convenience foods like frozen chicken. As household incomes increase, consumers are more likely to allocate a portion of their budget to ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat meal solutions, driving demand for frozen chicken products. Thus, the increasing disposable income and rising urbanization drive the market's growth.
However, The production of frozen chicken involves various input costs, including feed, labor, energy, and transportation. The production costs of frozen chicken manufacturers might become unpredictable and volatile due to fluctuations in the prices of various inputs. Therefore, price volatility and cost pressures are hampering the market's growth.
By Type Analysis
Based on type, the market is divided into chicken breast, chicken thigh, chicken drumstick, chicken wings, and others. In 2022, the chicken drumstick segment garnered the 42.56 % revenue share in the market. Chicken drumsticks are known for their rich flavor and juicy texture, making them popular among consumers seeking a satisfying and indulgent protein option. The dark meat of the drumstick offers a succulent and tender bite, appealing to those who prefer a more robust and flavorful cut of chicken. Additionally, chicken drumsticks can be prepared in various ways, including baking, frying, and braising.
By Distribution Channel Analysis
Based on distribution channel, the market is categorized into supermarkets & hypermarkets, convenience stores, specialty stores, and online retail. The online retail segment witnessed a 10.04 % revenue share in the market in 2022. Online retail platforms offer unparalleled convenience to consumers by allowing them to browse, purchase, and receive frozen chicken products from the comfort of their own homes. Families with hectic schedules, working professionals, and busy folks who do not have time to visit actual businesses will find this convenience feature especially appealing.
By Product Analysis
On the basis of product, the market is segmented into chicken nuggets, chicken popcorn, chicken fingers, chicken patty, and others. The chicken nuggets segment recorded the 35.83 % revenue share in the market in 2022. In terms of Volume, Chicken nuggets have 693.7 kilo tonnes of demand in 2022 . favorite among children, who are often picky and prefer familiar and comforting foods. The small, bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a crispy breading are appealing to kids, making chicken nuggets a staple in many family households. Parents often rely on chicken nuggets as a convenient and kid-friendly meal option that their children will happily eat.
By Regional Analysis
Region-wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. In 2022, the North America region generated a 23.40% revenue share in the market. In North America, where busy lifestyles are common, consumers increasingly turn to convenient and time-saving meal solutions. Frozen chicken provides a convenient solution for effortless meal preparation, offering the flexibility of prolonged storage without compromising taste or freshness. This appeals to consumers looking for hassle-free options to fit their hectic schedules.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Perdue Farms Inc. (FPP Family Investments, Inc.)
- Inghams Group Limited
- JBS USA Holdings, Inc. (JBS S.A)
- Hormel Foods Corporation
- Cargill, Incorporated
- Marfig Global Foods S.A. (BRF S.A)
- Tyson Foods, Inc.
- The Kraft Heinz Company
- OSI Group, LLC
Global Frozen Chicken Market Report Segmentation
By Type (Volume, Kilo tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
- Chicken Drumstick
- Chicken Breast
- Chicken Wings
- Chicken Thigh
- Others
By Distribution Channel (Volume, Kilo tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
- Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- Specialty Stores
- Online Retail
By Product (Volume, Kilo tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
- Chicken Nuggets
- Chicken Popcorn
- Chicken Fingers
- Chicken Patty
- Others
By Geography (Volume, Kilo tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- Argentina
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Nigeria
- Rest of LAMEA
Table of Contents
Chapter 1.Market Scope & Methodology
- 1.1Market Definition
- 1.2Objectives
- 1.3Market Scope
- 1.4Segmentation
- 1.4.1Global Frozen Chicken Market, by Type
- 1.4.2Global Frozen Chicken Market, by Distribution Channel
- 1.4.3Global Frozen Chicken Market, by Product
- 1.4.4Global Frozen Chicken Market, by Geography
- 1.5Methodology for the research
Chapter 2.Market at a Glance
Chapter 3.Market Overview
- 3.1Introduction
- 3.1.1Overview
- 3.1.1.1Market Composition and Scenario
- 3.2Key Factors Impacting the Market
- 3.2.1Market Drivers
- 3.2.2Market Opportunities
- 3.2.3Market Restraints
- 3.2.4Market Challenges
- 3.3Porter Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 4.Global Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 4.1Global Chicken Drumstick Market by Region
- 4.2Global Chicken Breast Market by Region
- 4.3Global Chicken Wings Market by Region
- 4.4Global Chicken Thigh Market by Region
- 4.5Global Others Market by Region
Chapter 5.Global Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 5.1Global Supermarkets & Hypermarkets Market by Region
- 5.2Global Convenience Stores Market by Region
- 5.3Global Specialty Stores Market by Region
- 5.4Global Online Retail Market by Region
Chapter 6.Global Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 6.1Global Chicken Nuggets Market by Region
- 6.2Global Chicken Popcorn Market by Region
- 6.3Global Chicken Fingers Market by Region
- 6.4Global Chicken Patty Market by Region
- 6.5Global Others Market by Region
Chapter 7.Global Frozen Chicken Market by Region
- 7.1North America Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.1.1North America Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.1.1.1North America Chicken Drumstick Market by Country
- 7.1.1.2North America Chicken Breast Market by Country
- 7.1.1.3North America Chicken Wings Market by Country
- 7.1.1.4North America Chicken Thigh Market by Country
- 7.1.1.5North America Others Market by Country
- 7.1.2North America Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.2.1North America Supermarkets & Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.1.2.2North America Convenience Stores Market by Country
- 7.1.2.3North America Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.1.2.4North America Online Retail Market by Country
- 7.1.3North America Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.1.3.1North America Chicken Nuggets Market by Country
- 7.1.3.2North America Chicken Popcorn Market by Country
- 7.1.3.3North America Chicken Fingers Market by Country
- 7.1.3.4North America Chicken Patty Market by Country
- 7.1.3.5North America Others Market by Country
- 7.1.4North America Frozen Chicken Market by Country
- 7.1.4.1US Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.1.4.1.1US Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.1.4.1.2US Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.1.3US Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.1.4.2Canada Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.1.4.2.1Canada Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.1.4.2.2Canada Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.2.3Canada Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.1.4.3Mexico Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.1.4.3.1Mexico Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.1.4.3.2Mexico Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.3.3Mexico Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.1.4.4Rest of North America Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.1.4.4.1Rest of North America Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.1.4.4.2Rest of North America Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.1.4.4.3Rest of North America Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2Europe Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.1Europe Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.1.1Europe Chicken Drumstick Market by Country
- 7.2.1.2Europe Chicken Breast Market by Country
- 7.2.1.3Europe Chicken Wings Market by Country
- 7.2.1.4Europe Chicken Thigh Market by Country
- 7.2.1.5Europe Others Market by Country
- 7.2.2Europe Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.2.1Europe Supermarkets & Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.2.2.2Europe Convenience Stores Market by Country
- 7.2.2.3Europe Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.2.2.4Europe Online Retail Market by Country
- 7.2.3Europe Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2.3.1Europe Chicken Nuggets Market by Country
- 7.2.3.2Europe Chicken Popcorn Market by Country
- 7.2.3.3Europe Chicken Fingers Market by Country
- 7.2.3.4Europe Chicken Patty Market by Country
- 7.2.3.5Europe Others Market by Country
- 7.2.4Europe Frozen Chicken Market by Country
- 7.2.4.1Germany Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.4.1.1Germany Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.4.1.2Germany Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.1.3Germany Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2.4.2UK Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.4.2.1UK Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.4.2.2UK Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.2.3UK Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2.4.3France Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.4.3.1France Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.4.3.2France Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.3.3France Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2.4.4Russia Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.4.4.1Russia Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.4.4.2Russia Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.4.3Russia Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2.4.5Spain Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.4.5.1Spain Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.4.5.2Spain Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.5.3Spain Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2.4.6Italy Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.4.6.1Italy Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.4.6.2Italy Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.6.3Italy Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.2.4.7Rest of Europe Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.2.4.7.1Rest of Europe Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.2.4.7.2Rest of Europe Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.2.4.7.3Rest of Europe Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.1Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.1.1Asia Pacific Chicken Drumstick Market by Country
- 7.3.1.2Asia Pacific Chicken Breast Market by Country
- 7.3.1.3Asia Pacific Chicken Wings Market by Country
- 7.3.1.4Asia Pacific Chicken Thigh Market by Country
- 7.3.1.5Asia Pacific Others Market by Country
- 7.3.2Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.2.1Asia Pacific Supermarkets & Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.3.2.2Asia Pacific Convenience Stores Market by Country
- 7.3.2.3Asia Pacific Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.3.2.4Asia Pacific Online Retail Market by Country
- 7.3.3Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3.3.1Asia Pacific Chicken Nuggets Market by Country
- 7.3.3.2Asia Pacific Chicken Popcorn Market by Country
- 7.3.3.3Asia Pacific Chicken Fingers Market by Country
- 7.3.3.4Asia Pacific Chicken Patty Market by Country
- 7.3.3.5Asia Pacific Others Market by Country
- 7.3.4Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market by Country
- 7.3.4.1China Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.4.1.1China Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.4.1.2China Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.1.3China Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3.4.2Japan Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.4.2.1Japan Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.4.2.2Japan Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.2.3Japan Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3.4.3India Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.4.3.1India Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.4.3.2India Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.3.3India Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3.4.4South Korea Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.4.4.1South Korea Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.4.4.2South Korea Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.4.3South Korea Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3.4.5Singapore Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.4.5.1Singapore Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.4.5.2Singapore Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.5.3Singapore Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3.4.6Malaysia Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.4.6.1Malaysia Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.4.6.2Malaysia Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.6.3Malaysia Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.3.4.7Rest of Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.3.4.7.1Rest of Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.3.4.7.2Rest of Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.3.4.7.3Rest of Asia Pacific Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.1LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.1.1LAMEA Chicken Drumstick Market by Country
- 7.4.1.2LAMEA Chicken Breast Market by Country
- 7.4.1.3LAMEA Chicken Wings Market by Country
- 7.4.1.4LAMEA Chicken Thigh Market by Country
- 7.4.1.5LAMEA Others Market by Country
- 7.4.2LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.2.1LAMEA Supermarkets & Hypermarkets Market by Country
- 7.4.2.2LAMEA Convenience Stores Market by Country
- 7.4.2.3LAMEA Specialty Stores Market by Country
- 7.4.2.4LAMEA Online Retail Market by Country
- 7.4.3LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4.3.1LAMEA Chicken Nuggets Market by Country
- 7.4.3.2LAMEA Chicken Popcorn Market by Country
- 7.4.3.3LAMEA Chicken Fingers Market by Country
- 7.4.3.4LAMEA Chicken Patty Market by Country
- 7.4.3.5LAMEA Others Market by Country
- 7.4.4LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market by Country
- 7.4.4.1Brazil Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.4.1.1Brazil Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.4.1.2Brazil Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.1.3Brazil Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4.4.2Argentina Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.4.2.1Argentina Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.4.2.2Argentina Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.2.3Argentina Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4.4.3UAE Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.4.3.1UAE Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.4.3.2UAE Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.3.3UAE Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4.4.4Saudi Arabia Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.4.4.1Saudi Arabia Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.4.4.2Saudi Arabia Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.4.3Saudi Arabia Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4.4.5South Africa Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.4.5.1South Africa Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.4.5.2South Africa Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.5.3South Africa Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4.4.6Nigeria Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.4.6.1Nigeria Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.4.6.2Nigeria Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.6.3Nigeria Frozen Chicken Market by Product
- 7.4.4.7Rest of LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market
- 7.4.4.7.1Rest of LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market by Type
- 7.4.4.7.2Rest of LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market by Distribution Channel
- 7.4.4.7.3Rest of LAMEA Frozen Chicken Market by Product
Chapter 8.Company Profiles
- 8.1Perdue Farms Inc. (FPP Family Investments, Inc.)
- 8.1.1Company Overview
- 8.1.2Recent strategies and developments:
- 8.1.2.1Product Launches and Product Expansions:
- 8.2Inghams Group Limited
- 8.2.1Company Overview
- 8.2.2Financial Analysis
- 8.2.3Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 8.3JBS USA Holdings, Inc. (JBS S.A)
- 8.3.1Company Overview
- 8.3.2Financial Analysis
- 8.3.3Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 8.3.4Research & Development Expenses
- 8.3.5Recent strategies and developments:
- 8.3.5.1Product Launches and Product Expansions:
- 8.3.6SWOT Analysis
- 8.4Hormel Foods Corporation
- 8.4.1Company Overview
- 8.4.2Financial Analysis
- 8.4.3Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 8.4.4Research & Development Expenses
- 8.4.5SWOT Analysis
- 8.5Cargill, Incorporated
- 8.5.1Company Overview
- 8.5.2Recent strategies and developments:
- 8.5.2.1Product Launches and Product Expansions:
- 8.6Marfrig Global Foods S.A. (BRF S.A.)
- 8.6.1Company Overview
- 8.6.2Financial Analysis
- 8.6.3Regional Analysis
- 8.6.4SWOT Analysis
- 8.7Tyson Foods, Inc.
- 8.7.1Company Overview
- 8.7.2Financial Analysis
- 8.7.3Segmental Analysis
- 8.7.4Research & Development Expense
- 8.7.5SWOT Analysis
- 8.8The Kraft Heinz Company
- 8.8.1Company Overview
- 8.8.2Financial Analysis
- 8.8.3Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 8.8.4Research & Development Expenses
- 8.8.5SWOT Analysis
- 8.9OSI Group, LLC
- 8.9.1Company Overview
- 8.9.2SWOT Analysis
Chapter 9.Winning imperative of Frozen Chicken Market