Cooking chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F or higher kills salmonella. You can use a food thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe temperature. <div>Here are some other tips to prevent salmonella:</div><div>Keep raw chicken and its juices away from ready-to-eat foods. </div><div>Wash your hands after touching animals. </div><div>Don’t wash, rinse, or brine raw chicken in salt water, vinegar, or lemon juice. Washing can actually spread bacteria around your kitchen. </div><div>If you suspect you have a salmonella infection, your health care provider may prescribe antibiotics. </div>