Risky or Not?

E866 - Thawing Chicken With an Aquarium Pump

Published: December 22, 2025

Duration: 12:45

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of using an aquarium pump to circulate the water to aid in thawing a chicken in a cooler of water.

Fedica text: Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼 
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

Alton Brown Aquarium Pump thawing Instagram 86. Thawing Poultry at Room Temperature — Risky or Not? Quick food thawing with running water versus a recirculating faucet: Comparison of time to thaw and use of water and energy - ScienceDirect
Thawing Chicken With an Aquarium Pump - Risky or Not?