If chicken cutlets have been in fridge for 5 days and smell a little are they ok to use?

Thanks for the storing tip/ I will definitely try that

p.s. rikki, next time you buy cutlets and don't cook them that day, I would suggest you take them out of their store package, rinse, dry, and salt them a bit on both sides; put in a sealed container and store them in the bottom rear corner of your frig (the coldest spot). This will give you a much better shelflife (for all meats, poultry, seafood) so more wiggle room with when you cook them. And always smell them before use.

After agreeing with all the responses below, i just want to add that , over the years, I have taken many chances with 'conventional food safety wisdom' but I do NOT mess with chicken. Waaaay too scary!

If you have to ask, the answer is "no!"

NOOOOOO
http://www.cdc.gov/features/salmonellachicken/index.html

Never, why risk it.

When in doubt, throw it out.

The nose knows! Toss it!

Sure, if you love your bathroom!

NO! Don't eat them! Trash!

Whether the smell a little or a lot, if they smell at all, I'd suggest tossing them.