Storing Cooked Meat & Poultry Leftovers
Refrigerate or freeze leftovers in covered shallow containers within 2 hours after cooking. Reheat leftovers to 165° F.
Cooked Meat and Meat Dishes
Store at 32-35° F
Refrigerator storage life: 3-4 days
Freezer storage life: 2-3 months
Gravy & Meat Broth
Store at 32-35° F
Refrigerator storage life: 1-2 days
Freezer storage life: 2-3 months
Fried or Plain Chicken, Pieces
Store at 32-35° F
Refrigerator storage life: 3-4 days
Freezer storage life: 4 months
Cooked Poultry Dishes
Refrigerator storage life: 3-4 days
Freezer storage life: 4-6 months
Pieces Covered With Broth, Gravy
Store at 32-35° F
Refrigerator storage life: 1-2 days
Freezer storage life: 6 months
Chicken Nuggets, Patties
Store at 32-35° F
Refrigerator storage life: 1-2 days
Freezer storage life: 1-3 months