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How do I keep a store bought "hot roasted chicken" moist to eat later in the evening?



Best Answer

The more exposure to air it has the dryer it will become over time, so keep it in some sort of sealed container or wrap it in plastic-wrap (or foil) immediately after purchasing to lock in the moisture.




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Can you eat store bought rotisserie chicken?

They're tasty and convenient, and can cost less than a fancy coffee shop latte. \u201cRotisserie chicken is often very competitively priced and a lot cheaper than eating out,\u201d says Anne-Marie Roerink, founder of the grocery market research firm 210 Analytics.

How long are store bought roasted chickens good?

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\u2014store-bought, homemade, or restaurant leftovers.

Can I put a store bought rotisserie chicken in the oven?

Cooking in the oven helps keep the chicken's skin crispy and the inside moist and succulent. Preheat oven to 350\xb0F. Remove rotisserie chicken from packaging and place chicken in an oven-safe dish.

Are roasted chickens from the grocery store healthy?

You consume less fat than if it was fried. Rotisserie chicken isn't all that bad\u2014after all, it's definitely a healthier option than fried chicken. Since the chicken is oven-roasted, it doesn't contain nearly as much fat as its counterpart that's dipped into a vat of frying oil.



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