Culinary Corner by Chef Matt Weeks
Posted By:Matt Weeks
Posted On:October, 01st 2008
Category: Nutrition
 

A Variety of Options with Chicken

 

Variety, enjoyment and flavor are key components to healthful meals.  When you think chicken, how does it measure up?

 

Chicken offers tremendous versatility due to its very mild taste.  Chicken can be roasted, baked, oven fried, grilled, stewed or even microwaved.  For variety, season chicken with different herbs such as tarragon, chives, or basil, try teriyaki, parmesan, lemon, Cajun, or BBQ.  (The Walden Farms Products in the Nutrition Solutions store have great sauces and marinades with 0 calories!  Mention the tip of the month when you check out and get 10% off your Waldens Farms Purchase the month of October. )

 

Boneless chicken breast cooks quickly and makes a great addition to salads, pastas, stir-fried vegetables, or mixed with fruit for chicken salad. 

 

To enjoy chicken safely, cook until it reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit or until juices run clear.  If you are tired of plain chicken, experiment with new seasonings or use the many different summer vegetables to flavor-up chicken. -eatright.org