Myth - Washing chicken before cooking (don't!)

By Hklbrries

Q: I always wash my chicken before cooking it. But that step is no longer in your recipes — how come?

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Patti Drewniak, Miami Beach, FL

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A: You’re right — until about five years ago, our chicken recipes started with rinsing. Then research showed that washing poultry can increase the risk of cross-contaminating something else in your kitchen (as the water splashes, it hits sponges, utensils, etc.). Plus, any bacteria in the bird will be destroyed by heat anyway (cook bone-in chicken to 170° F.). To avoid spreading germs, use paper towels to wipe up spills, and wash your cutting board, countertop, and hands with hot, soapy water immediately after your prep.

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Susan Westmoreland, Good Housekeeping

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