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Why is the cooking temperature for whole poultry (85oC) different from ground chicken or chicken parts (74oC)?

April 26, 2017chicken Cooking different ground poultry temperature

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Why is the cooking temperature for whole poultry (85oC) different from ground chicken or chicken parts (74oC)?

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There are many factors that affect the cooking process for whole poultry such as the shape and size of the bird, the type of roasting pan and the type of oven. The higher temperature for whole poultry is necessary to ensure the whole bird is safe, not just the one spot where the temperature is taken.