How long do cooked poultry dishes last?

How to tell cooked poultry dishes have gone bad

General signs for poultry: cooked or processed, the group USDA lists cooked poultry dishes under.

• Sour or sulfur-like smell replacing the usual roasted scent
• Slimy or tacky film on the surface of sliced poultry
• Dry, greyish patches on meat left uncovered in the fridge
• Mould spots, often white or greenish, on cut edges
• Juices that look cloudy or smell off when reheating

More on poultry: cooked or processed. The times above are quality guidelines, not safety limits; food that shows these signs goes out regardless of the date.

Storage habits that make the difference

Refrigerate cooked or processed poultry within two hours of cooking or opening, in a shallow covered container. Use within three to four days, or freeze for longer storage in an airtight bag. Reheat leftovers until steaming hot all the way through before serving.