How long does chicken stay in the refrigerator? Many households consider chicken to be a main meal.      The nutritious and delicious food is susceptible to bacterial contamination. Therefore, it is essential to prepare it properly, store it, and cook it. If not, it may cause food-borne disease.      Although it's handy to store chicken in the refrigerator, many aren't sure what time they should keep the chicken from being frozen.      This article will help you understand the length of time chicken can last in your refrigerator.        How long can chicken last at room temperature?        The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) states that fresh chicken can be stored in the fridge for approximately 1-2 days. Similar rules apply to raw turkey, and other poultry.      While you wait, the chikem that has been cooked can be stored for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator      Refrigerating chicken helps slow bacterial growth, as bacteria tend to shrink when temperatures are less than 40degF (4degC).      To stop raw chicken from leaking or contaminating other foods It is recommended to keep it in a leakproof container. Cooked chicken should be kept in an airtight container.      If you need to store chicken for longer than a couple of days, it's recommended to store it in your freezer.      Raw chicken pieces can be frozen for up to 9 months. A whole chicken could last up to one and one-half years. It is possible to store cooked chicken in the freezer between 2 and 6 months.      How long does cooked chicken last in the fridge may last for up to two days in the fridge however cooked poultry can last 3-4 weeks in the fridge.        How do you determine if a chicken is bad        Chicken can spoil when stored in the refrigerator for longer than two days.      Below are some ways to determine if your chicken is bad.        It's past the "best by" date. Chicken -- raw and cooked -- that is past its "best date if consumed by/before" date is more likely be bad.      Changes in color. Raw, cooked chicken that's beginning to darken into a grey-green hue is not good. Spots of gray-to-green mold may indicate bacterial infection.      The scent of chicken. Raw and cooked chicken emit an acidic scent that can resemble ammonia when it goes bad. The smell may be more difficult to spot in the event that the chicken was marinated in herbs, sauces, and spices.      Texture. It is time to eliminate the slimy texture. It is possible to rinse the chicken to kill the bacteria. Cross-contamination is possible if the bacteria is transferred from poultry to other food items or tools.        If you suspect that the chicken has gone bad in your refrigerator, take it out.      SUMMARY      If the chicken is old-fashioned, its color will begin to fade and exhibit an acidic, sour or slimy odor.        How to stay away from eating meat that has been spoiled        Consuming chicken that has been spoiled could result in foodborne illness or food poisoning.      Because chickens are susceptible to contamination, it is at high risk of getting food poisoning.      These bacteria usually disappear when you cook fresh, uncooked poultry thoroughly.      However, it's important to never cook or consume cooked or spoiled chicken. Although cooking and re-heating can kill bacteria on the surface, it does not eliminate all toxins that bacteria create, which can lead to food poisoning if consumed.      Food poisoning may cause unpleasant and occasionally dangerous symptoms, including a high fever (above 101.5degF or 38.6degC) chills, nausea, vomiting diarrhea, bloody stools and dehydration.      Sometimes, severe food poisoning can cause the death of a patient or even hospitalization.      Don't eat chicken that's believed to be spoiled. It is always better to throw away any chicken that is going bad.      SUMMARY      Eating spoiled chicken can cause food poisoning, even if it's cooked well.        The bottom line        The raw chicken will last 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator, while cooked poultry lasts up to 3-4 days.      Examine How long does cooked chicken last before" date to determine if the chicken is in a state of decay. Also take note of signs like changes in texture, smell, or color.      Spoiled chicken can cause food poisoning, even if it is cooked well.

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