You’ve just pulled your beautifully seasoned chicken breast out of the oven, expecting a golden, juicy masterpiece—and then you see it. A strange, oozing white substance has pooled around your perfectly cooked poultry. It’s not exactly what you envisioned.
But don’t worry—this unexpected goo is surprisingly normal, and you’re definitely not alone. According to personal chef and culinary instructor Drew Curlett, this happens to everyone from home cooks to seasoned professionals.
“It might not be pretty,” Curlett says, “but it’s pretty normal to see white stuff come out of chicken, especially when baked or roasted.”
