Leftovers are like a gift from your past self: a delicious, ready-to-eat meal that saves time and effort. But when it comes to chicken, making food storage mistakes can turn that gift into a gamble.

A simple shift in how you store raw poultry can prevent cross-contamination and keep you safe from foodborne illness.

Spoiler (no pun intended): It’s not as long as you think. By Kristen Miglore In the vexing moments when we stumble on an abandoned package of chicken thighs in the back of the fridge, we really have ...

Bring liquid to a boil; reduce heat. Cover the pan and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink (165 degrees Fahrenheit). For boneless, skinless chicken breasts, it will take about 15 minutes. For ...