How should raw chicken legs smell?

Answer 1

Boneless chicken breasts seem to never smell. Other cuts seem to vary in smell. The smell of these cuts is distinct from other meats. The smell probably depends on the bird's diet.

The easiest way to tell you what store-bought raw chicken smells like it to start with what it shouldn't smell like. It should not smell sour like vinegar. It should not smell yeasty, like bread dough that is rising. It should not smell of ammonia or chlorine. It should not smell skunky or sulfurous.

Answer 2

Raw chicken should smell like fresh meat. If it has an off smell, you should not cook and eat it. Remember the old adage: When in doubt, throw it out.