Chicken breast is most commonly eaten part of chicken almost in every part of world. It is probably the most commonly used cut of chicken beside legs (drumsticks and thighs) and wings. It is considered as the most significant diet for healthy eaters and exercisers because it has a reasonable concentration of proteins. People who consumed enough amount of protein maintain their muscle mass and also have enhanced and healthy metabolism.
Chicken breast is a rich source of low fat protein and also a very good source of selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and niacin. It is also naturally low in sodium. With zero gram of carbohydrates, chicken breast is a low carb food. Glycemic level of chicken breast is also zero, since it can be incorporated into a number of versatile healthy dishes. Talking about calories, they mostly depends on the size of chicken breast.
Chicken breast can be cooked in a variety of ways. Roasting, broiling, or boiling the breast is generally the healthiest preparation methods. Besides, it can be whole stuffed, pan fried, baked, roasted, barbecued or cut into pieces and stewed. Frying or sauteeing the meat in butter or oil will add fat and calories. In addition, adding condiments like barbecue sauce, olive oil, or dipping sauces will boost calorie and fat intake.
Making lunch and dinner more attractive, is possible using low carb chicken breast. Different types of recipes are prepared using it including salads and soups.
Simply grilled chicken breast
Grilled chicken breast is the yummiest and easiest way of consuming chicken breast. Sometimes it gets dry or become rubbery. But when soaked in a marinade with balsamic, brown sugar, and dried thyme ,the deliciousness is guaranteed.
Honey garlic chicken
Honey garlic chicken breast is prepared in just 15 minutes and is an elegant addition to your dinner meals. Chicken breast with most incredible Honey Garlic Sauce is a great dinner meal.
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast
Chicken breast can also be roasted and enjoyed with cauliflower mash and butter. It is soft inside but has crispy crust. This is extremely healthy meal, with low carb and gluten free ingredients. Just 15 minutes are required to prepare this meal that will be enjoyed by whole family.
Balsamic Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Goat cheese is something which cannot melt upon heating like cow cheese, but it softens when exposed to heat. Balsamic vinegar mixture and goat cheese will definitely give an amazing taste to chicken breast. In a short period of time, you have a finger licking food for your dinner.
Peri Peri chicken breast
Peri Peri is basically a chilli based sauce and used as a seasoning or marinade for meat most commonly for chicken. With few ingredients dinner will be on table after 25-30 minutes. An amazing truth about it is, it can be served with boiled rice or salad.
Something slightly negative about chicken breast is, it don’t have as much flavour as legs or thighs and can dry out if not carefully cooked. But following proper instructions of certain recipes, you will end up with mouth-watering and delicious dishes.
