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Chicken is a food that is processed into many daily dishes of families. However, improperly storing chicken can increase the risk of bacterial contamination. So how long does frozen chicken last and how should it be processed to ensure nutrition?
1.Chicken storage time in the refrigerator
If kept frozen continuously, chicken can be preserved indefinitely, so after freezing, users can safely store chicken for a long time without worrying about the quality of the ingredients. However, for the best meat quality, flavor and texture, users can keep whole raw chickens in the freezer for up to a year; separate parts about 9 months; Offal and ground chicken can be stored for 3 to 4 months. Cooked chicken will taste best if kept frozen until 4 months; casseroles or pieces of poultry cooked in broth or gravy 6 months.
2.Signs of spoiled chicken
Thịt gà bắt đầu chuyển sang màu xanh xám là dấu hiệu gà đã bị hỏng
Some signs of spoiled chicken you need to pay attention to are as follows:
Chicken has passed its use-by date: Chicken - raw and cooked past the expiry date printed on the package is likely spoiled. Color change: Raw and cooked chicken that begins to turn grayish green is a sign that the chicken has gone bad. Gray to green moldy spots indicate bacterial growth. Chicken smells: Both raw and cooked chicken give off a sour, ammonia-like odor if the meat has gone bad. However, this scent can be difficult to discern if the chicken has been marinated with sauces, herbs or spices. Mucus texture: Chicken that is watery or has a slimy texture is more likely to have gone bad. Washing the chicken will not kill the bacteria. Continued use can spread bacteria from the bird to other foods, utensils and surfaces, causing cross-contamination.
3.Risks of eating spoiled chicken
Khi ăn phải gà hỏng có thể bị ngộ độc thực phẩm
Eating spoiled chicken can cause foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Chicken has a high risk of food poisoning, as it can be contaminated with bacteria like Campylobacter, Salmonella and more.
Normally, these bacteria are eliminated when cooked. However, users still need to avoid cooking and eating spoiled chicken. While reheating or cooking can kill bacteria on the surface, cooking won't remove some of the toxins produced by the bacteria, which can cause food poisoning if ingested. .
Food poisoning can cause unpleasant and dangerous symptoms, including high fever (above 38.6°C), chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stools, and dehydration.
In some cases, severe food poisoning can lead to hospitalization and even death. Therefore, to ensure health, you should not use chicken when there are signs of spoilage.
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References: ask.usda.gov, healthline.com
