than attempting to make it safe through heat.
How to Tell Green Muscle Disease From Spoilage
Look at Location, Smell, and Texture
When you discover green meat in chicken, start by looking at the entire piece rather than focusing only on color.
Deep pectoral myopathy usually appears in the deep breast or tender muscle. The affected portion may have a defined green or gray-green appearance and a firm or fibrous texture. The surrounding chicken may otherwise appear normal.
Spoilage can look different.
USDA advises consumers to pay attention to changes
