I defrosted raw chicken yesterday but did not cook it. Is the safe to cook?

It depends on how the chicken was defrosted. If the chicken was thawed in the fridge or under cold running water, it should be safe to cook. However, if the chicken was defrosted in the microwave or at room temperature, it should not be cooked.

To defrost chicken safely, follow these steps:

1. Thaw the chicken in the fridge. This is the safest way to defrost chicken, as it allows the chicken to thaw slowly and evenly. Place the chicken in a bowl or on a plate in the fridge and let it sit for several hours or overnight, or until completely thawed.

2. Thaw the chicken under cold running water. This is a faster way to defrost chicken than thawing it in the fridge, but it is important to make sure that the chicken is completely thawed before cooking. Place the chicken in a colander or bowl and run cold water over it until it is completely thawed.

3. Do not thaw the chicken in the microwave or at room temperature. This can cause the chicken to cook unevenly and increase the risk of food poisoning.

If you are not sure if the chicken is completely thawed, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. If the temperature is above 40°F, the chicken is safe to cook.

Here are some additional tips for cooking chicken safely:

* Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F.

* Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken.

* Do not cook chicken partially and then finish cooking later.

* Store leftover chicken in the fridge for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.