Sit Out

It’s essential to know how long cooked chicken can sit out. Many people want to eat it as soon as possible, but you don’t want it to go wrong before eating it. If it’s not going to be eaten within a few hours, you should keep it refrigerated until you’re ready to eat it. The USDA recommends leaving your chicken out of the fridge no longer than two hours, and you should never leave it out overnight.

There are several reasons why chicken should not be left out for too long. These include mold, black mold, and bacteria.