How Long Do Raw Pork Chops Last In The Fridge Or Freezer?

How Long Do Raw Pork Chops Last in the Fridge or Freezer?

PORK CHOPS, ALL CUTS (INCLUDING LOIN, CENTER-CUT, RIB) - FRESH, RAW

Refrigerator 3-5 days Freezer 4-6 months (best quality)

Shelf Life Tips

• How long do raw pork chops last in the fridge or freezer? The exact answer to that question depends to a large extent on storage conditions - keep pork chops refrigerated at all times.
• How long do raw pork chops last after the sell-by date? After pork chops are purchased, they may be refrigerated for 3 to 5 days - the "sell-by" date on the package may expire during that storage period, but the pork chops will remain safe to use after the sell by date if they have been properly stored.
• Unopened raw pork chops may be kept in its original store packaging when refrigerating; to maximize the shelf life of pork chops, do not open the package until ready to use.
• How long can raw pork chops be left at room temperature? Bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 °F and 140 °F; pork chops should be discarded if left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature.
• To further extend the shelf life of raw pork chops, freeze; when freezing, place pork chops in the freezer before the number of days shown for refrigerator storage has elapsed.
• You can maximize the shelf life of pork chops in the freezer by overwrapping the original store packaging with airtight heavy-duty aluminum foil, plastic wrap, or freezer paper or place the package inside a heavy-duty freezer bag in order to prevent freezer burn.
• How long do raw pork chops last in the freezer? Properly stored, they will maintain best quality for about 4 to 6 months, but will remain safe beyond that time.
• The freezer time shown is for best quality only - pork chops that have been kept constantly frozen at 0°F will keep safe indefinitely.
• How long do raw pork chops last after being frozen and thawed? Pork chops that have been defrosted in the fridge can be kept for an additional 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator before cooking; pork chops that were thawed in the microwave or in cold water should be cooked immediately.
• How long do pork chops last in the fridge once they are cooked? Cooked pork chops will usually stay good for 3 to 4 days in the fridge and 4 months in the freezer.
• How to tell if raw pork chops are bad? The best way is to smell and look at the pork chops: signs of bad pork chops are a sour smell, dull color and slimy texture; discard any pork chops with an off smell or appearance.

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