FoodStorageCheck

Poultry

23 foods in the USDA FoodKeeper “Poultry” category (cooked or processed, fresh, shelf stable foods, stuffed or assembled) — with official guidance for 1 in the pantry, 23 in the refrigerator, and 21 in the freezer.

Quick answers

FoodRefrigeratorCondition
Canned chicken3 to 4 daysafter opening
Capon1 to 2 daysfrom purchase
Chicken1 to 2 daysfrom purchase
Chicken nuggets, patties1 to 2 daysafter thawing
Chicken parts1 to 2 daysfrom purchase
Cooked poultry dishes3 to 4 daysas sold