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raw chicken in the fridge
I had a dispute with the lady link. She put some frozen chicken in the refrigerator to thaw. It has been in there for 3 or 4 days. She maintains it will be okay to cook and use for up to 4 days. I maintain that after 2 days in the fridge it should be tossed. Anyone have any facts on this? |
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Since it was originally frozen and placed in the fridge to thaw (covered of course) it's good for up to a week. No chance for the nasties to get to it as opposed to it sitting in an open air situation.
If it was thawed in open air or left uncovered then 24-36 hours tops! Not a published fact but experience. As usual, your mileage may vary.
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It will be good for at least a few days if kept below 40F. Just don't eat it raw.
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I agree with Kuan, it's all about the holding temp, which should not exceed 40 and then the internal temp when cooked. Checks the NSF guide for food safety.
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I wouldn't risk it. You also need to consider freshness - its probably sat around at least a week at the grocer before you bought it and froze it.
Cook it for the dogs if you have any, and just get some fresh chicken for yourself.
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Additional variables to consider:
1. Was the chicken bought fresh or frozen? 2. If it was bought fresh, how much time elapsed before she froze it? 3. How cold is your fridge? If it's very cold, it could actually take it more than a day to thaw the chicken anyway. If it's bought frozen and put directly in the freezer, and your fridge is very cold, then sure, four or five days, maybe a week. If it was bought fresh and it was a few hours before it got into the freezer and your fridge isn't that cold, then a day or two...perhaps three. |
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The NSF guide is the tip that lead to an answer that works for me. These guys say 1-2 days in the refrigerator at 40 degrees. http://dwb.unl.edu/Teacher/NSF/C10/C10Links/www.fsis.usda.gov/oa/pubs/storage.htm |
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I would say 1-2 days tops once thawed and kept in the "safe zone". Below 40 and above 33.
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Don't eat chicken
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8 hrs is plenty. Make sure her will is up to date !!
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If you didn't lose your breakfast it is likely to be OK. |
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