Can chicken still be eaten if its gallbladder is broken

Chicken with broken gallbladder is generally not recommended for consumption. The rupture of chicken bitter bile may lead to bile contamination of chicken meat, affecting taste and health.

Chicken bitter bile is an organ that stores bile, which contains bile salts and digestive enzymes. Bile has a bitter taste and once it ruptures, it will penetrate into the surrounding muscle tissue. The components in bile may alter the flavor of meat, leading to a noticeable bitterness after cooking. Bile contamination may also cause gastrointestinal discomfort, and some people may experience nausea or diarrhea after consuming it. In rare cases, if the range of bile contamination is extremely small and treated in a timely manner, high-temperature cooking may reduce the risk. But it is difficult to judge the degree of pollution with the naked eye, and ordinary household cooking cannot completely eliminate bile components. professional slaughterhouses will strictly separate bitter bile, and improper operation during home slaughter can easily cause rupture.

It is recommended to purchase chicken that has been processed through legitimate channels to avoid self slaughter that may cause bitter bile to rupture. If accidentally breaking the gallbladder, it is best to discard the contaminated area. Before daily cooking, carefully check the color and odor of the meat, and stop eating in a timely manner if any abnormalities are found. Maintaining dietary hygiene habits and choosing fresh and safe ingredients are more conducive to health.