| Appearance | Pink to light red, moist meat |
| Color | White to light pink (breast) or darker (thigh) |
| Texture | Firm, tender |
| Odor | Mild, fresh, characteristic odor |
| Taste | Mild, slightly gamey |
| Moisture Content | 70 - 75% |
| Fat Content | 2 - 10% (varies by cut and preparation) |
| Protein Content | 20 - 25% |
| pH | 5.6 - 6.0 |
| Bone Content | Varies by cut (e.g., bone-in or boneless) |
| Salt Content | < 1% (if unseasoned) |
| Foreign Matter | < 0.1% |
| Shelf Life | 1 - 2 days (fresh) or up to 12 months (frozen) |
| Crude Fiber | < 1% |