Can you freeze raw meat then thaw it then cook it then freeze it again?

Answer 1

Yes, you can freeze chicken after it has been cooked although there are certain elements to consider.

If you put chicken in the freezer while it is still hot, any water/steam that is trapped in the container while it is still freezing can lead to freezer burn.

Also, it is generally better for the food to go from either temp. extreme (cold to hot or hot to cold) gently as each change can impact the texture of the meat.

Answer 2

By refreezing you will negatively affect the cell structure of the meat because when the ice crystals in the meat expands it will rupture more cells. This will destroy the texture of the chicken. The second reason is because there are now larger water pockets in the meat from the first freeze these will greatly expand and rip through the cell membranes. And the third reason is increased chance in spoilage. Many people thaw meat on the counter and not in the refrigerator. As a result microorganisms have had a chance to start doing what they do best, and that's spoil the meat. When you refreeze and thaw again these microorganisms are just going to multiply again.

Answer 3

Yes you can thaw frozen chicken, cook it and then freeze it again, you should not thaw frozen chicken and re freeze without cooking, or thaw cooked chicken and refreeze.

Answer 4

No because if u try to freeze it again you will get freezer burn on ur chicken

Answer 5

No, because theirs a chance of Food poisoning. YOU SHOULD NEVER REHEAT CHICKEN AGAIN.

Yes if u make sure it thas not mor then 3 days old.

Answer 6

Yes, but you'll lose quality of texture and taste by freezing and thawing.

Answer 7

no

Answer 8

Yes.