Slanker’s Amazing Pasture-Raised Omega-3 Chicken

If you’ve ever wondered whether “pasture-raised” really makes a difference — it does.

But at Slanker’s Grass-Fed Meats, we’ve taken it a step further.

Our chickens aren’t just raised outdoors on open pastures. They’re fed a proprietary omega-3-rich diet designed to create one of the healthiest, most nutrient-dense chickens you can buy — anywhere.

This isn’t marketing fluff. It’s real science and decades of nutrition-driven ranching.

What Makes Slanker’s Pasture-Raised Chicken Different

Most chicken on the market — even so-called “free-range” or “natural” chicken — is still raised on grain-based feed that’s extremely high in omega-6 fatty acids (mainly from corn and soy). That creates an imbalanced omega-6 : omega-3 ratio that can promote inflammation when eaten regularly.

At Slanker’s, we flip that ratio on its head.

Our formula:

• Pasture access so chickens forage on grass, seeds, and insects.
• Proprietary omega-3 feed, rich in flax, marine micro-nutrients, and forage components that naturally boost alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and longer-chain omega-3s (EPA/DHA).
• No corn, no soy, no GMOs, no antibiotics.

The result?

Chicken that not only tastes better — but is better for you.

Why Omega-3s Matter (and Why Ours Are Different)

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential — your body can’t make them. They play critical roles in reducing inflammation, supporting heart health, and improving brain function.

Here’s what current research shows:

• A 2024 review in Frontiers in Pharmacology highlighted omega-3s’ potential for protecting the heart, improving insulin sensitivity, and even reducing neuroinflammation. (Fathalla et al., 2024)
• A 2023 study found that diets rich in omega-3s improved lipid metabolism and reduced inflammatory biomarkers, even at moderate intake levels. (Sci. Direct, 2023)
• Brain health? A large midlife cohort study showed that individuals with higher omega-3 levels had better brain structure and cognitive function. (UT Health San Antonio, 2022)

But the source matters.

Most people rely on fish oil or supplements. Slanker’s approach builds omega-3s right into your food — naturally — through the chicken’s diet.

The Science Behind Omega-3-Rich Poultry

Researchers have shown that feeding poultry omega-3-enriched diets dramatically improves the nutritional quality of their meat:

• A 2023 poultry study demonstrated that supplementing feed with tuna oil increased omega-3 deposition in muscle tissue and upregulated genes involved in fat metabolism.  (Khonkan et al., Foods 2023)
• A 2021 study found that broilers receiving omega-3 fatty acids early in life showed stronger immune development and better antioxidant status.  (Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2021)

That’s the same concept Slanker’s applies — but with cleaner, regenerative sourcing and a proprietary formula developed for both nutrient density and taste.

What That Means for You

Our pasture-raised omega-3 chicken delivers a nutritional edge that’s hard to find anywhere else:

NutrientConventional ChickenSlanker’s Omega-3 Chicken

• Omega-6 : Omega-3 Ratio ~20-30 : 1 ~1-2 : 1
• Vitamin E Moderate Elevated (natural antioxidant protection)
• Omega-3 Content Low (20–30 mg / 100 g) Up to 4× higher
• Feed Type Corn/Soy Proprietary Omega-3, Non-GMO, Corn-Free, Soy-Free

These numbers line up with the broader literature — pasture and omega-3 supplementation consistently reduce omega-6 : 3 ratios and boost essential fatty acids in meat. (Poultry Science, 2023)

Why It Matters for Health & Taste

Beyond numbers, it makes a real difference you can feel — and taste.

• Cleaner fats – Lower omega-6 means less pro-inflammatory fat intake.
• Higher omega-3s – Supports cardiovascular, brain, and joint health.
• Natural flavor – Richer, juicier meat with a clean finish — no “greasy” residue.
• No gimmicks – Real nutrition, backed by data, delivered through real food.

A Word on Sustainability

Omega-3-enriched pasture systems do more than feed people — they restore land and soil health.

Slanker’s model builds biodiversity: grasses, insects, microbes, and rotational grazing that all work together.

Healthier soil → healthier forage → healthier animals → healthier people.

That’s the regenerative loop we’ve been perfecting for decades.

Final Thoughts

If you care about what’s on your plate, you should care about how it’s raised — and what it’s fed. Slanker’s Pasture-Raised Omega-3 Chicken bridges the gap between regenerative farming and advanced nutritional science.

You get better fats, better flavor, and food raised with integrity — right here in Texas.