Written by Brandy Centolanza
Chicken, when prepared in a healthy way, provides the body with nutritional benefits.
“Removing the skin will cut the fat content almost in half,” explains Julie Mitchell, a certified nutritionist and founder of The Nutrition and Wellness Center in Williamsburg.
“You will receive a serving of protein, which are the building blocks of the body, from three to four ounces of chicken.” In addition to protein, boneless and skinless chicken breasts also contain cancer-fighting niacin as well as selenium, which benefits the immune system. Chicken is also a good source of vitamin B, which provides energy.
When it comes to chicken, Mitchell suggests choosing free-range for a leaner meat.
Roasting, grilling, braising, broiling, steaming and stir-frying are low-fat cooking methods, she adds.
Chicken Ensalada
Courtesy of Seasons Restaurant, Williamsburg(Makes One Salad)
Ingredients
- Five oz. mixed salad greens
- 1/2 c. mixed cheese
- 1/4 c. diced green and red peppers
- 1/4 c. diced tomatoes and onions
- 2 oz. herbal vinaigrette dressing
- 5 grilled marinated chicken tenders
- Tortilla chips
Preparation
Mix ingredients together and top salad with crumbled tortilla chips.