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Chicken Recipes
Chicken is the everyday favorite in many family kitchens. Find simple ideas for any cut, from quick weeknight dinners to slow Sunday roasts.
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About Chicken
Chicken is mild, friendly and easy to cook. It takes on whatever flavors you give it, so it works in soups, bakes, skillets, stir-fries and sandwiches. Most families have a few chicken dinners they make again and again.
Each cut cooks a little differently. Breasts are lean and quick, thighs are juicy and forgiving, wings are fun finger food, and a whole bird feeds a crowd. Browse the sections below to find the cut you have on hand, or use up leftovers.
Questions folks ask
What temperature should chicken be cooked to?
Chicken is safe to eat when the thickest part reaches 165°F. A meat thermometer is the easiest way to check.
Should I rinse raw chicken?
It is not needed, and rinsing can splash germs around your sink. Pat it dry with paper towels instead.
How long does cooked chicken keep in the fridge?
Cooked chicken keeps about three to four days in a covered container in the fridge. Freeze it if you need longer.
Kitchen tips
- Pat chicken dry before cooking so it browns nicely.
- Cook to 165°F inside, and check with a meat thermometer.
- Let cooked chicken rest a few minutes before slicing.
- Wash your hands, board and knife well after handling raw chicken.
- Keep raw chicken on the lowest fridge shelf so nothing drips onto other food.