How do you store raw chicken in the refrigerator?

By Laura S. Harris
Dec 6, 2020

Keep it in the fridge – bottom shelf Store raw chicken in its original packaging, on the bottom shelf of your fridge. Just make sure the packaging is well-sealed and away from other foods and cooked meats. Double check that your fridge is set to 0-5°C.

How do I know if chicken has gone bad?

Cuts of chicken, or any ground meat, should be used within one-to-two days of purchase. Chicken that has gone bad will develop a slimy or sticky texture and smell bad or "off." Don't taste meat to determine if it's safe to eat or not. Call the USDA's hotline.

Do you need to cover raw chicken in the fridge?

Check the temperature of your fridge and store raw meat or poultry in sealed containers at the bottom of the fridge so any spillage won't contaminate other food. ... Don't leave meat uncovered in the fridge or at the top.

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References

• www.lovefoodhatewaste.com (Nov 25, 2020) Store chicken the right way | Love Food Hate Waste
• www.insider.com (May 7, 2019) How to tell if chicken is expired, according to a food safety expert ...
• www.foxnews.com (Dec 10, 2010) Timeless Meat Do's and Don'ts | Fox News