How do you get the feathers off a chicken when killed?

To remove feathers from a chicken after it's been killed, you can use a process called plucking. This involves holding the chicken by its feet and pulling the feathers out by hand, working in small sections. For a more efficient method, you can also scald the chicken in hot water (around 140°F/60°C) for about 30 seconds to loosen the feathers before plucking. Afterward, be sure to clean the chicken thoroughly to prepare it for cooking.