What should you do when putting uncooked chicken in the fridge?

Answer 1

Yes, all foods that are to be placed in a fridge should be cooled to room temperature first. The reason for this is that if a large quantity of hot food is placed in the fridge it is possible that it could warm the fridge (and contents) faster than the fridge could cool the food and this would mean that other things in the fridge were not refrigerated properly (and may go bad). Similarly it is best to chill food that is to be frozen in the fridge before placing this in the freezer.

Answer 2

Potentially hazardous food should not be left unrefrigerated for more than 2 hours at normal room temperature. If the ambient temperature is high - say around 90°F - cut that time to an hour. At that point, it should be re-heated or refrigerated.

Answer 3

As soon as possible. Potentially hazardous food should not be unrefrigerated for more than 2 hours. Less time is better.

Answer 4

Meats are kept better in the freezer. Meats can be kept in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days if raw and 1 to 2 days longer if cooked. Always place cooked meats in an airtight container.

Answer 5

Store it wrapped in the coldest and lowest part of the fridge.

Answer 6

Probably.