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Is it safe to eat that leftover chicken?

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What about overheating?

  • Reheating gets rid of some bacteria , but not necessarily all of the toxins produced by leaving food alone for too long. Once present, toxins can lead to illness even if the bacteria are k*lled.
  • When reheating, heat thoroughly, making sure the meat is piping hot throughout.
  • When in doubt: throw it away

Prevention is better than cure. If:

  • the meat has been out for more than 2 hours (or 1 hour in hot conditions),
  • It has been in warm environmental conditions,
  • You’re not sure how long he’s been gone,
  • or smells bad/slimy,

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