According to the USDA, cooked chicken should be used within three to four days if kept refrigerated at 40°F or less. Refrigeration slows but does not stop bacterial growth. Cooked leftovers should also be used within three to four days
If you want to freeze cooked chicken, it will taste best if kept frozen up to four months. Raw chicken (whole or in pieces) can be stored in the fridge for one to two days, while cooked chicken can last in the fridge for three to four days. If you need to store raw chicken for more than two days, it's best to freeze it. Frozen raw chicken breasts and pieces will maintain best quality for about nine months in the freezer, although they will usually remain safe to eat after that. Cooked chicken, when stored properly, can last in the freezer for up to six months.It's important to follow proper storage guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of the chicken. When storing cooked chicken in the fridge, make sure to refrigerate it within two hours of sitting at room temperature and store it in an airtight container. To freeze cooked chicken, allow it to cool for no longer than two hours, transfer it to an airtight Ziploc bag, and write the date you freeze the chicken onto the bag. When storing raw chicken in the fridge, wrap unwashed pieces of chicken in an airtight seal, store them in an airtight bag, and be sure to squeeze out any extra air.Remember to always follow safe food handling practices and discard any chicken that has a slimy texture, is soft to the touch, or has an objectionable odor.
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