How to store cooked chicken?

Homemade chicken salad lasts about four days, sealed; deli versions may last up to five days once opened. Leftover chicken patties and nuggets should be consumed within one to two days. Aim to use up chicken pieces bathed in gravy, sauce or broth in one to two days as well. read more

Properly stored, cooked chicken will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. To further extend the shelf life of cooked chicken, freeze it; freeze in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags, or wrap tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil or freezer wrap. read more