What is the safe internal temp to eat chicken?

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2026-05-16 17:00

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All meats usually require a temperature of 160 degrees or higher in order to assure all parasites and microbial life is removed. Chicken falls into the higher category. To maintain the best flavor and juiciness of chicken follow these few guidelines. When the chicken is turning white along the top sides edges it can be flipped for the first time. Remain cooking on the first flip until the meat completely seared (meaning all meat that will touch the grill is cooked) Try to close the grill for 2-5 min incriments and flip the meat each time. Depending on thickness the meat must be on the grill for no less than 15-20 minutes. To check for preparedness cut into the thickest part of the meat and look for any raw or pink coloring. To speed up cooking does dry the meat, but in certain instances by adding foil to cover the meat will sear it faster and by using maximum heat the chicken can be done in a bare minimum of 10-12 minutes using the covered method. ---- According to the USDA Food Safety , you cook it to 165 degrees F internal.

http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Factsheets/Chicken_Food_Safety_Focus/index.asp

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