Plus, we’re sharing some essential food safety tips that will help keep you and your family safe.
They both work wonderfully to tenderize and infuse the meat with flavor.
Your desired cooking method will help you decide which to choose.
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This concept is at play in these slices ofTurmeric-Ginger Marinated Chickenbelow.
(The acidic ingredients can begin to “cook” the chicken and make it tough, too.)
Marinating does not extendfood’s shelf life, including the day of purchase and thawing time.
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Consider a “reverse marinade.”
(Reminder: the safe internal cooking temperature of chicken is 165F.)
How to Marinate Chicken Safely
Steer clear of cross-contamination by following these important steps.
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For a meal that everyone will love, nothing beats aroasted chickenwith some fresh veggies andtwice-baked potatoes.
While poking holes in your chicken while marinating it can be helpful, it’s not mandatory.
Mostly, this method helps if you don’t have several hours to spare when marinating your poultry.
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Poking holes in your chicken can allow the marinade to penetrate better in a shorter period.
Marinades can be effective in as little as 15 minutes.
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