Can I marinade chicken for 2 days?
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In general, two hours of marinating is long enough for the meat to soak up the flavor, but poultry can marinate for up to two days in the refrigerator, according to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service. Very acidic marinades can actually toughen the meat over time, so follow the recipe or package directions.
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According to foodsafety.gov, it says you shouldn't have chicken in a marinade for longer than two days in the fridge..
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But with tougher cuts of meat like skirt steak, a marinade can make a big difference. Flavorwise, you don't usually need an overnight marinade, though it certainly won't hurt. The truth is, the marinade isn't really absorbing into the meat past the top layer, so even an hour is usually enough to get some nice flavor.
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