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## Is It Okay to Eat Chicken That’s Been Left Out Overnight on the Counter?
It’s a question that sparks more household debates than almost any other food topic.
One person says, *“We’ve done this before and nothing happened.”*
The other says, *“But what if this time is different?”*
And when kids are involved, that second voice gets louder.
So let’s settle it—calmly, clearly, and without fear-mongering.
**Is chicken that was left out overnight safe to eat?**
Short answer: **No.**
Long answer: **Here’s exactly why—and what you should do instead.**
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