What’s the best way to defrost poultry safely?
We recommend that you place it in the refrigerator. A good rule of thumb is that it takes five hours to defrost each pound of chicken, so plan accordingly. If you’re in a hurry, you can immerse wrapped poultry in cold water. Be sure to change the water every half hour or so for effective thawing. You can also use the microwave, but watch the chicken carefully since the thinner portions tend to cook while the thicker sections are still thawing. Follow the microwave manufacturer’s recommendations regarding defrosting cycles for poultry.
