Is it safe to eat chicken that has been in the refrigerator for 4 days?

[greenfish900]

According to the USDA, refrigerated cooked chicken is safe to eat for 3-4 days when stored properly. This applies to homemade chicken as well as store-bought and restaurant takeout. The only exceptions are chicken nuggets and patties, which are more perishable and only last 1-2 days in the fridge.

[purplesnake135]

Eating spoiled chicken can cause foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Chicken has a high risk of causing food poisoning, as it may be contaminated with bacteria like Campylobacter, Salmonella and more (7). Normally, these bacteria are eliminated when you cook fresh chicken thoroughly.

Secondly, can I cook chicken thats been in the fridge for a week? Raw chicken: Youll need to either cook or freeze it fast. Cooked chicken: You have a little more time, but not much. According to recommendations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, cooked chicken will keep in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days.

Moreover, how many days can you keep raw chicken in the fridge?

two days

Can I eat cooked chicken after 5 days?

Take Home Message. If you have plenty of leftovers from dinner but dont want to discard them, you probably have one question on your mind, How long is cooked chicken good for? You can keep the chicken in your refrigerator where it will last around 3-5 days, or you can freeze it for months.