1-2 days

Uncooked chicken breasts are really only good for 1-2 days in the fridge (assuming that they were thawed), and I wouldn’t recommend storing them floured in the freezer. I think the most practical solution would be to fry or bake them, and then flash freeze them.

How long does chicken last in the freezer? Sidoti says that chicken can be stored in the freezer for up to one year before its quality begins to fade. “Chicken cutlets or pieces of chicken can usually last up to about nine months,” she adds.

Place frozen tenderloins on a lined baking sheet. 3. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until product reaches an internal temperature of 165degF. For extra crispiness, turn tenderloins over halfway through cooking time.

Most frozen breaded chicken products like chicken nuggets, strips, burgers, chicken fries and popcorn chicken contain raw chicken. They may look pre-cooked or browned but they are raw inside. To protect your family, cook the breaded chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of at least 74°C (165°F).

To reheat chicken, place frozen in an oven preheated to 350 degrees and bake for 30 minutes.

Advance preparation: The chicken can be breaded up to a day ahead and kept in the refrigerator.

While the chicken is coming to room temperature- preheat the oven to 400F. After 30 minutes, place the chicken on a wire rack on top of a baking sheet (this allows air flow and re-crisps the breading). Heat for 14- 18 minutes for breasts and 10-12 minutes for smaller pieces.

The best way to keep fried foods crispy? Just place them on a cooling rack set over a baking sheet. If you’re frying multiple batches, throw the whole setup into a low oven to keep everything warm as you keep frying and adding to the rack.

Even if you follow the recipe thoroughly, sometimes you will be shocked to see your cutlets falling apart or breaking while frying. This happens mainly when the meat and mashed potato is not in the right proportion or when they are not at all moist.

The first step to breading chicken is crucial; make sure the chicken is completely dry before starting the dredging process. Using a paper towel, pat the meat dry on all sides. Excess moisture will cause the flour to get soggy and thus will not adhere properly to the chicken.

Take your fork and lift the cutlet slightly and gently and place back down. This just helps the oil get under the cutlet. Cook the cutlets until golden brown, lowering the heat to medium – medium high so that they don’t burn. Flip and repeat.

A high-heat oil like vegetable, canola, or peanut oil is best for frying chicken cutlets. Olive oil can be used since it has a relatively high smoke point, but extra-virgin olive oil is not recommended.

Turn the chicken over, turn the heat to medium low, then place the wet paper (a ‘cartouche’) on to the chicken. Finally put a heavy pan lid (the lid from a casserole is ideal) on top. Cook for another 20 minutes. The moisture in the cartouche helps keep the chicken moist and prevents it from burning.

If stored properly (in a ziplock storage bag or sealed container), the USDA says that cooked chicken can last three to four days in the refrigerator. And that goes for any type of cooked chicken—store-bought, homemade, or restaurant leftovers.

Cooked poultry is safe refrigerated for 3-4 days. You can also freeze your cooked breaded chicken cutlets for 1-3 months. Just pull it out the night before you want to have it and thaw in the fridge.

Store fresh, uncooked chicken on a low shelf of the refrigerator so it does not drip onto other items. For convenience and to prevent freezer burn, wrap separate pieces in foil or plastic bags. Then place all wrapped or bagged pieces into a larger freezer bag or foil wrap.

To freeze chicken without freezer bags use glass or Pyrex containers, plastic containers or even freeze it the supermarket packaging. When freezing chicken without freezer bags, you will need to keep it airtight to avoid freezer burn. Label it with the date you have frozen the chicken and remember to thaw it safely.