How Long Can You Keep Chicken in the Freezer?
Last Updated Apr 15, 2020 3:15:20 PM ET
A whole chicken can be stored in the freezer at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or lower for up to a year according the the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Chicken parts are safe to keep in the freezer for up to 9 months, and ground chicken should be discarded after freezing for 3 to 4 months.
Preventing freezer burn is usually as simple as wrapping chicken in aluminum foil or plastic wrap or placing it in an airtight plastic freezer bag. Long-term storage usually involves using two layers of wrapping to give it more protection. Since chicken should never be refrozen, it's best to separate chicken parts into meal-size portions before wrapping and freezing them.
More From Reference
Understanding SSI: Supplemental Security Income Basics for New Applicants
What Can the History of Polio Teach Us About the Coronavirus Pandemic?
How to Use a Personal Loan Calculator
Mailing a Letter to Japan? Here’s How to Calculate International Postage
Difficult Predictions: Is AccuWeather's 30-day Forecast Accurate Anymore?
Who Is Alexa — and What Does Amazon's Virtual Assistant Say About the Future of AI?