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The Best Way to Freeze Fried Chicken (Easy Freezing)

The Best Way to Freeze Fried Chicken (Easy Freezing) is a practical method to extend chickens shelf life while preserving its flavor and texture for the next time you have a deep chicken craving! 
Prep Time1 minute
packaging time5 minutes
Total Time6 minutes
Course: main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: The Best Way to Freeze Fried Chicken
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 2kcal
Author: Wendi Spraker
Cost: $1

Equipment

  • 1 ziplock style bag
  • 1 Sharpie marker
  • 1 freezer

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces fried chicken left over

Instructions

Prep

  • Choose an appropriate size FREEZER safe ziptop style plastic bag for the number of pieces of chicken you have. Label the bag with a sharpie marker for the date and what will be in the bag.

2 Pieces of Chicken or Less

  • If you have 2 pieces of chicken or less, place them into the bag, squeeze out the extra air, seal the bag and place the chicken into the freezer.

3 Pieces of Chicken or More

  • If you have more than 2 pieces of chicken, lay the pieces of chicken out on a parchment lined baking sheet so that they do not touch and place into the freezer. Leave there until completely frozen (4 hours).
  • Remove from the freezer and quickly place the chicken into the freezer bag. Squeeze out the extra air, Seal the top and place into the freezer.

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Notes

  • Be safe when handling raw chicken. Wash your hands well and keep temperatures out of the danger zone. 
  • The warning signs of raw meat that have gone bad include a sour smell and could contain harmful bacteria. 
  • For best taste, you want a crispy skin and that is done by preserving the chicken as outlined, even if this takes a little bit of extra time. 
  • You'll find that chicken thighs usually have the best moisture and more flavor. 
  • You can also use shallow airtight containers or other types of plastic bag (as long as it is an airtight bag) for preserving your fried chicken. 
  • Using a food thermometer is the best way to know if your chicken is cooked to an appropriate temperature. I always recommend thermometers by Thermoworks, they are the best affordable option available. 
  • Once your chicken has been fried, it is safe to eat, even if it is cold and has been frozen. 

Nutrition

Calories: 2kcal | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 2mg | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 0.1mg | Iron: 0.01mg