"You can move a chicken that is sitting on eggs, but it can be a touchy and challenging process. When a hen is broody, she wants to stay sitting on her clutch of eggs until they hatch."
Before you move your broody hen, you’ll need to get yourself prepared. It’s a good idea to prepare for your broody hen move during the day. After you’ve made your preparations, you can move your broody hen to her new nest late at night.
#2 Get Your Gear
Remember, you’ll need some leather gloves, long sleeves, and a towel. It’s a good idea to cover your broody hen with a towel before you move her.