Thaw in the refrigerator overnight
Place chicken in a leak-proof container or on a plate while thawing
Use cold water thawing by sealing chicken in a waterproof bag and changing the water every 30 minutes
Use the microwave defrost setting if cooking immediately after thawing
Cook chicken immediately after thawing in the microwave or cold water
Never thaw chicken on the counter at room temperature
Wash hands, surfaces, and utensils after handling raw chicken