Chicken is easy to freeze and defrosts beautifully, if stored properly.
Another approach is as follows:
Raw chicken canlast indefinitely in the freezer, if stored properly.
Be sure to write the use-by date on the bag with a freezer-proof marker.
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How To Thaw Frozen Chicken
Never put frozen meat on the kitchen counter to thaw.
Instead, use one of these safe methods for thawing chicken.
Defrosted meat can be safely kept in the refrigerator a couple of days before cooking.
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This helps prevent cross-contamination.
The chicken should always be sealed well before coming into contact with water.
Replace the water every 30 minutes until your chicken is thawed.
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Meat that is thawed with the cold-water method must be cooked right away.
If you want, you could refreeze your chicken after cooking.
Cook time may take longer when you are starting with frozen chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes.
Freezer-burn chicken may appear discolored or a little pale.
Don’t consume frozen meat that shows signs of spoiling.
For good texture and flavoring, only consumefrozen chickenfor up to one year.
Different chicken pieces and preparations will freeze for different amounts of time.
It is highly advised to use two cutting boards.
USDA.The poultry label says “fresh”.
USDA.The big thaw Safe defrosting methods.
What is freezer burn?AskUSDA.
