There are many different breeds of chicken out there, but if you are looking for fluffy chicken breeds, you’ve come to the right place.
In this post, we will discuss the top fluffy chicken breeds, some fun facts about each one, and pictures. By the end, you will be able to determine if adding a fluffy chicken to your flock is right for you!
1. Silkie Chicken
Silkie chickens are one of the most popular fluffy chicken breeds on this list.
They are also one of the fluffiest chickens due to their hair-like feathers. Silkies are extraordinary chickens to have in a flock because they are typically very docile and easy to care for.
The skin underneath their feathers is black, along with their bones and other organs. They also have five toes on each foot, while most other breeds have 4.
Although Silkie chickens aren’t great at egg laying, they are however a very broody breed. Not only will they incubate their own eggs, but they will incubate other chicken eggs from different breeds as well. This makes them a great option for those looking for natural incubation.
These chickens like to stay dry, so they do best in warm, dry climates.
- Size: 2-3 pounds
- Color: Barred, white, black, buff, molted, red
- Egg Laying: 2-4 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 9+ months
- Egg Color: Cream
2. Frizzle Chicken
Frizzle chickens are not actually a breed on their own, but they are a variation called Frizzle to describe how the feathers lay on their body.
Frizzling is when the feathers start to curl upward and outward away from the body. This is caused by an incomplete dominant gene.
The most common breeds that are prone to frizzling are Cochin, Polish, Plymouth Rocks, and Japanese Bantams.
Just like with some other fluffy chicken breeds, Frizzle chickens have great temperaments. They are known to be sweet, docile, and friendly. However, they are fairly high maintenance, making them more difficult for beginner chicken keepers.
It is also important that these chickens remain dry and warm all year round to keep them healthy and happy.
- Size: About 6-8 pounds
- Color: Buff, brown, black, white
- Egg Laying: 2-3 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 6+ months
- Egg Color: Cream or tinted
3. Cochin Bantam Chicken
Cochin Bantam Chickens are fabulously fluffy all over, including their legs.
They come in a wide range of different colors, making them a fun variety for any flock.
Cochins have amazing temperaments as well. They are known for being very docile, friendly, and snuggly (even the roosters). These chickens are sometimes kept as indoor pets!
Just like with some of the other options on this list, Cochin Bantams are not great at egg-laying.
But they are fairly broody and they enjoy being mothers to any chick of any breed.
These chickens are not very hardy and get wet easily due to the feathers on their legs. They also don’t handle the heat as well as some other breeds. They do best in climates that are very dry, chilly, and/or warm (but not hot).
- Size: 1-2 pounds
- Color: White, Black, Buff, Splash, Blue
- Egg Laying: 2-3 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 6+ months
- Egg Color: Light brown
4. Ameraucana Chicken
Ameraucana chickens are fluffy all over their bodies to their tails. They are also unique in appearance because they have large muffs and a beard, making them look extra fluffed up.
Not only are Ameraucana chickens fluffy, but they also lay beautiful blue eggs. They are one of the few chicken breeds that do.
These chickens have a fairly calm temperament and are known to be friendly, which makes them a great option for beginners. Although some don’t like being handled or picked up.
Ameraucanas will also lay 3-4 light blue eggs per week or around 200 eggs per year.
These birds are winter hardy, but still require a fairly warm and dry environment to thrive.
- Size: 5-7 pounds
- Color: Blue, black, buff, wheaten, white, brown/red, silver
- Egg Laying: 3-4 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 6+ months
- Egg Color: Light blue
5. Dominique Chicken
Dominique chickens are both fluffy and excellent egg layers, laying 4 or more eggs per week or around 230 to 275 eggs per year.
This breed is rarely aggressive or broody, which makes them great for beginners.
Their feathers are incredibly soft and come in a beautiful black-and-white barred pattern. They are excellent foragers and require plenty of space to roam.
Dominiques are also very hardy and can tolerate hot or cold temperatures.
- Size: 5-7 pounds
- Color: Black and white barred pattern
- Egg Laying: 4+ per week
- Egg Lying Age: 6+ months
- Egg Color: Light brown
6. Polish Chicken
Polish chickens have large, poofy crowns that make them very soft and fluffy.
These chickens are not great at egg-laying, however, they are very calm and docile, making them a great option for beginners. They come in a wide variety of colors including silver, golden-laced, buff-laced, and blue.
This breed comes in regular and bantam sizes, and they make a great family pet.
Polish chickens do not do well in cold or wet climates and will thrive in warm, dry environments.
- Size: 4-6 pounds
- Color: Silver, golden-laced, buff, blue
- Egg Laying: 2-4 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 5-6 months
- Egg Color: White
7. Sultan Chicken
The Sultan chicken is another fluffy chicken with a unique appearance. They have feathers covering their legs and feet.
This breed is docile, calm, and easy to care for, although they aren’t very good egg layers. They lay 1 egg per week or around 50 eggs per year.
These chickens are known to be kept as pets or as show birds as they are slightly more high-maintenance.
- Size: 8-15 pounds
- Color: White
- Egg Laying: 1 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 6+ months
- Egg Color: White
8. Russian Orloff Chicken
Russian Orloff chickens are not only fluffy, but they can come in various colors including black, cuckoo, mahogany, and black and white.
They have fluff mostly around their neck and chest area. This breed does best in cooler climates and thrives in an environment that doesn’t get too hot.
Russian Orloffs are known for being low-maintenance, calm, and docile, which makes them a great option for beginners.
- Size: 7-9 pounds
- Color: Black, cuckoo, mahogany, black-tailed red, white
- Egg Laying: 2 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 5-6 months
- Egg Color: Light brown
9. Yokohama Chicken
Yokohama Chickens are another fluffy chicken breed that has long, soft tail feathers and can grow up to 6 feet long upon maturity.
They are fluffy and beautiful, yet they can become quite aggressive toward people and other animals. They are one of the few breeds on this list that are not suitable for beginner chicken keepers.
These chickens are typically kept as show birds. They also need a lot of space to free-range and are not fond of being confined.
- Size: 3.5-6 pounds
- Color: Red Saddled, White
- Egg Laying: 1-2 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 6+ months
- Egg Color: White
10. Crevecoeur Chickens
Crevecoeur chickens are known for their soft and striking appearance. One thing that sets them apart from other breeds is their black plumage, which covers their entire body besides their legs.
This breed is extremely rare and difficult to find. Most owners use these chickens for show, though they are still reliable egg layers.
These chickens are docile and easy to care for, making them great for beginners. They do best in warm and dry climates.
- Size: 6-7.5 pounds
- Color: Black and white
- Egg Laying: 2-3 per week
- Egg Lying Age: 6+ months
- Egg Color: White
Final Thoughts
As you can see, there are a number of different fluffy chicken breeds to choose from.
They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Most of the options in this post are also great for beginners.
So if you are looking for a beautiful addition to your flock or are just starting out, consider bringing home a fluffy variety.
