Quickest Defrosting Method. Most microwaves allow you to enter how many pounds of meat you need to thaw and will automatically calculate the recommended defrost time. The best and safest way to defrost poultry is by leaving it.

Remove any plastic or outer wrapping on the package. The microwave will heat up the dough unevenly, which can cause it to become bloated or even melted. If i want to defrost something like a soup or stew, i just run the bottom of the freezer container under the hot water tap for a little while, enough to loosen.