Forgot the crockpot lid

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I was cooking BBQ chicken in the crockpot and didn't put the lid back on . Left to run errands about 3 1/2 hours. And came home to see I left the lid off. Is the chicken ruined?



Best Answer

Yes. Crockpots are carefully calibrated to come to temperature quickly in the beginning of cooking (this is why they need to be 1/2 to 3/4 full of liquid). Without the lid on it would not come to a safe temperature and you will be at risk of foodborne illness if you eat the chicken or serve it to someone. Sorry! I know that's frustrating to waste good food, but it's better safe than sorry.




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Quick Answer about "Forgot the crockpot lid"

Crockpots are carefully calibrated to come to temperature quickly in the beginning of cooking (this is why they need to be 1/2 to 3/4 full of liquid). Without the lid on it would not come to a safe temperature and you will be at risk of foodborne illness if you eat the chicken or serve it to someone.

Can you use a crockpot without the lid?

Slow cookers work by trapping heat and cooking food over a long period of time. Every time you remove the lid, the slow cooker loses heat, and it takes a while to heat back up. Follow this tip: Unless it's noted in the recipe, there's no need to remove the lid.

Can you use foil instead of a lid slow cooker?

Seal in moisture with parchment paper or aluminum foil When cooking ingredients that take up less volume (like chicken breasts), place a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil overtop before closing the lid of the slow cooker.

Do you slow cook with the lid on?

Open the lid as little as possible while cooking. Add too much liquid. Remember, meat and vegetables often give off a lot of liquid while cooking in a slow cooker and the lid prevents it from evaporating away. If you add too much liquid, it can be reduced by cooking on high without the lid for 1-2 hours.

What can I use instead of a lid?

Need to cover a pot or pan fast but can't find the lid? Use a baking sheet or cookie pan (the \u201clid of choice\u201d in most restaurant kitchens).



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