is it safe to eat chicken that i thawed out on the counter
Foods thawed in the microwave should be cooked before refreezing. Also, never thaw foods in a garage, basement, car, dishwasher or plastic garbage bag; out on the kitchen counter, outdoors or on the porch. These methods can leave your foods unsafe to eat.hen thawing frozen food, it's best to plan ahead and thaw in the refrigerator where it will remain at a safe, constant temperature â at 40 Â°F or below. There are three safe ways to thaw food: in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in the microwave. 1  Refrigerator Thawing. 2  Cold Water Thawing.