Why You Should Never, Ever Wash Raw Chicken Before You Cook It
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Reports suggest that washing raw chicken before cooking it may be unnecessary and potentially risky. Some outlets indicate that this practice could increase the risk of food poisoning. The consensus appears to be that washing raw chicken is not recommended, although the reasoning and details behind this advice vary.
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