What is a Frozen Chicken?
Frozen Chicken is a state of chicken meat that has been preserved by freezing, usually at a temperature of 0°F or lower, to retain its freshness and shelf life.
It is commonly sold in grocery stores and can be defrosted and cooked as needed for various dishes and meals.
Frozen Chicken Suppliers In South Africa
Ricky’s Chicken Center
Address: Corner Frazer &, Ophir-Booysens Rd, Booysens, Johannesburg, 2091, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 pm
Phone: +27 11 493 8356
Cape King Foods
Address: SonaPark, 19 Cecil Morgan St, Stikland Industrial, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 21 948 2085
Bidfood Heriotdale
Address: 68 Whitworth Rd, Heriotdale, Johannesburg, 1422, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 11 601 9600
Titan Foods KZN
Address: 7 Travertine Cres, Briardene, Durban, 4001, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 2 pm
Phone: +27 31 940 5788
Farm Fresh Chicken Wholesalers
Address: 3 Bloemhof Ave, Wetton, Cape Town, 7780, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon
Phone: +27 21 703 2530
Sovereign
Address: 9 Kruis River Rd, Cape Road Industrial, Kariega, 6229, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 am Sat
Phone: +27 41 995 1700
Sunrise Farms (Wholesale of live, fresh and frozen poultry products)
Address: Sunrise Farms, Bendigo Rd, Southport, Port Shepstone, 4230, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 39 681 9800
Gauteng Chicken
Address: 144 Piston Rd, Soweto, Johannesburg, 1811, South Africa
Phone: +27 11 938 4071
Super Chicken Centre
Address: 25 Kgosi Mampuru St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 12 325 7940
Chubby Chick Outlet
Address: Retief St, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5:30 pm
Phone: +27 18 297 0875
Marios Meat Wholesalers
Address: 16 Borax St, Alrode, Alberton, 1451, South Africa
Hours: Open now
Phone: +27 11 908 3333
Supreme Distributors
Address: 13 Barrett Kraal St, East End, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 51 410 2600
Limpopo Frozen Chicken and meat
Address: 90 Kathleen Dr, Bendor, Polokwane, 0699, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 71 421 1311
Is it good to buy frozen chicken?
In reality, the difference in nutritional value between fresh and properly frozen chicken is minimal. Be it frozen or fresh, chicken is generally a healthier substitute for red meats such as pork or beef as they contain less saturated fat.
Where does South Africa import chicken from?
Brazil
Brazil was the main country of origin in 2018, accounting for 61.5 %, or 348 155 t, of total poultry imports into South Africa. With AI affecting EU trade, the US was the second largest importer into the country, with 16.1 % or 91 374 t.
Is defrosting frozen chicken safe?
The safest way to defrost chicken is to place it in a refrigerator. This method is safe because the refrigerator keeps the chicken cool while it is defrosting, preventing it from getting too warm for too long.
To use this method, do the following: Remove the chicken from the freezer at least 24 hours in advance.
How long is frozen chicken good for?
Cold Food Storage Chart
| Food | Type | Freezer [0°F (-18°C) or below] |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh poultry | Chicken or turkey, whole | 1 year |
| Chicken or turkey, pieces | 9 months | |
| Fin Fish | Fatty Fish (bluefish, catfish, mackerel, mullet, salmon, tuna, etc.) | 2 – 3 Months |
| Lean Fish (cod, flounder, haddock, halibut, sole, etc.) | 6 – 8 Months |