Poultry should generally be cooked to an internal temperature of 165ºF. Use an instant read meat thermometer for the most accurate results, and test the center of the meat to get the temperature. Chicken can be cooked to a lower temperature if this guide of holding internal temperature for a length of time is followed:
- 140ºF for 27.5 minutes
- 145ºF for 9.2 minutes
- 150ºF for 2.8 minutes
- 155ºF for 47.7 seconds
- 160ºF for 14.8 seconds
For simplicity and safety, we recommend cooking your poultry to 165º for safety.