Can Chicken Be a Little Pink and Still Be Safe?
Chicken can be a little pink and still be safe only if the thickest part reaches 165 degrees F. Color alone is not a reliable safety test.
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Chicken can be a little pink and still be safe only if the thickest part reaches 165 degrees F. Color alone is not a reliable safety test.
Continue ReadingYes, chicken is meat. More specifically, it is poultry, not red meat. Handle raw chicken carefully and cook it to 165 F.
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