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Nutrition

🧪 Safe Storage Window (Raw Chicken) Raw chicken (even marinated): 1–2 days max in fridge (≤40°F / 4°C) After that, bacterial risk (e.g., Salmonella) rises significantly—even if it smells fine

👉 So a 5–6 day batch must involve freezing, not just refrigeration.

✅ Correct Workflow for 5–6 Day Meal Prep Step 1 — Marinate Everything (Day 0) Prep all your chicken in one session Divide into daily portions Step 2 — Split Storage Strategy Days 1–2 portions → fridge Days 3–6 portions → freezer

👉 This keeps everything within safe limits.

Step 3 — Thaw As You Go

Each day:

Move next day's portion from freezer → fridge It will be ready to cook the following day 🍗 Cooking (Air Fry Directly?)

Yes—with one condition:

✔️ If thawed (from fridge) You can air fry directly No oil required (optional light spray for browning) ❄️ If still frozen Not recommended to cook directly unless very small pieces Better: Thaw first → more even cooking Better texture + safer internal temp control 🔥 Air Fry Quick Guide Temp: 375–400°F (190–200°C) Cook until internal 165°F (74°C) Shake/flip halfway ⚠️ Common Mistake to Avoid ❌ "Marinate once and leave in fridge all week" → unsafe ❌ Cooking partially thawed large pieces → uneven doneness 🥇 Best Practical Routine (Simple) Sunday: marinate + portion Fridge: Mon–Tue Freezer: Wed–Sat Each night: move next portion to fridge

freeze → move to fridge overnight → cook next day