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The best way to thaw chicken is in the refrigerator. The length of time it will take to thaw will depend on how the chicken was packed when frozen - whether its a solid block or individually frozen.
The time it takes for frozen chicken to thaw depends on the method used. Thawing in the refrigerator can take about 24 hours, while thawing in cold water can take 1-3 hours.
i am pretty sure. you can
You thaw it first. Either that, or find a huge pot and boil it.
A frozen 20 pound turkey will take about three days to thaw in the fridge.
You dont , you must thaw it first
Thaw it. Dont ever attempt to cook chicken which is still part frozen as you will end up with a lovely bout of salmonella, or even e-coli.
No, it is not recommended to brine frozen chicken before cooking it. It is best to thaw the chicken completely before brining to ensure even flavor distribution and proper cooking.
Chicken pies can be frozen. I usually have a couple in my freezer. I take one out in the morning to thaw, and then cook the pie in time for dinner. Not sure what 'potpie' means?
If you put the frozen breasts into a bowl of cool water, it does not take very long for them to thaw. (Less than an hour for two.) Be sure to leave the chicken in its water tight plastic bag, and avoid using hot water. You can thaw them in the fridge in about 12 hrs. Or use the microwave on the defrost setting and it will take about 10-15 minutes.
It is not preferred in the cooking world but okay to do as long as you ensure that your chicken is cooked fully.