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A reader from British Columbia asks in a callout question: I thawed a chicken, then plans changed. Is it really a problem to refreeze it?
Rachel Sherman: The answer to this question goes back to the temperature “danger zone.” If you have taken your chicken from the freezer and defrosted overnight in the refrigerator, it is probably safe to refreeze it. However if there is a chance the chicken temperature has risen into the “danger zone” during your thawing process, I would not risk it. The USDA has guidelines on their website if you want to read more.
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