Technique & guide
Picnic Sides for Fried Chicken
Choose sides that can be kept safely cold and are easy to portion outdoors.
Food-safety note: Keep raw chicken separate from ready-to-eat foods, marinate under refrigeration, and cook poultry to at least 165°F / 73.9°C as measured with a food thermometer. Hot-oil frying requires careful adult handling and suitable equipment.
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Slaws and salads
Cabbage slaw, cucumber salad and sturdy grain salads travel well in chilled containers.
Bread
Biscuits, rolls and cornbread are easy to pack and do not need complicated serving.
Keep cold foods cold
Use an insulated cooler with adequate cold packs and follow current food-safety guidance for perishable foods.