HOW TO DEFROST HELLOFRESH CHICKEN IN BAG

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As not everyone can live on farms, we often resort to purchasing frozen chicken from stores or food delivery services like HelloFresh. However, we've done thorough research to provide safe methods for defrosting chicken in bags from HelloFresh, for your convenience.

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YOU CAN DEFROST HELLOFRESH CHICKEN IN A BAG SAFELY BY:

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THAWING IN THE FRIDGE

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For safe thawing of chicken, place it in the fridge in its bags in a bowl to catch liquids. Thawing in the fridge takes longer, so it's best to do it overnight if you plan to cook it the next day.

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USE COLD WATER

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Thaw frozen chicken faster and more evenly by placing it in a bowl of cold water. Change the water often until fully thawed, while keeping it in its bag to avoid excess water absorption. Use another bowl to fully immerse the chicken in water.

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MICROWAVE

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Microwave-defrost chicken quickly in a microwave-safe bowl with the defrost button. Keep the chicken in the bag and flip it every 30 seconds for even defrosting. Thoroughly thaw and cook immediately to prevent bacterial growth.

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HOW MUCH TIME DOES HELLOFRESH CHICKEN TAKE TO THAW?

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Thaw chicken in the fridge for 24 hours for best results. Use food-safe bags for cold bath thawing, with 1 pound bags taking an hour and 3-4 pound bags taking 2-3 hours to thaw.

CAN YOU DEFROST CHICKEN ON THE KITCHEN COUNTER?

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No, it's not safe to thaw chicken on the kitchen counter or with hot water. The bacteria on raw poultry will start multiplying at 40 degrees Fahrenheit and above, which can cause foodborne illnesses. Thaw chicken properly to avoid potential health hazards.

HOW TO COOK HELLOFRESH CHICKEN

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HelloFresh meal kits are customized and balanced, with meal cards for easy preparation. Cook the chicken in different ways like air frying, steaming, or roasting in the oven, with exact ingredients provided for the suggested recipes.

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