Thermust

Chicken pieces internal temperature

The safe minimum internal temperature for chicken pieces is 165°F (74°C).

Chicken pieces

165°F

Safe minimum internal temperature

Food type
BeefPorkChickenLambTurkeyFishShellfishGame BirdsGame MeatEggsRabbit
Preparation
GroundPartsWholeLeftovers
Temperature unit

How to check chicken pieces

Insert the thermometer into the thickest part, away from bone, fat, and gristle. For thin pieces, insert the probe through the side so the sensing area reaches the center.