Chicken is the go-to-protein for quick and easy meals.

It can be prepared in a
variety of ways from chicken soups and stews to creamy chicken recipes.
Some people can imagine chicken delicious only when it's fried. Granted one
has to admit that it really does indeed taste great when cooked like that, but is
it healthy? There are other ways to prepare chicken quick and easy which not
only will taste great but also provide a much healthier option for those on a
diet or who simply wish to watch what they and their families eat.

Chicken meat is a very popular poultry dish around the world. When you
cook chicken, make sure that you cook it through all the way, or you might
get some parasites.

Chicken meat is white meat which has a lot of protein but high level of
cholesterol in comparison to other meats. It is a rich source of essential
nutrients and vitamins. Chicken provides selenium which is important as it
contains anti-oxidants to control free radicals and improve the immune
system.

Chicken gives you high amount of protein, carbohydrate and fats which are
healthy. It gives the body phosphorous, selenium, zinc and iron. Chicken
gives the body important Vitamin B6 & B12 along with vitamin D.  Chicken
is the one of the source of high quality lean protein, which is very important
for the growth and development of various body organs. It is good for people
on weight control.

 
Chicken is the go-to-protein for quick and easy meals. It can be prepared in a
variety of ways from chicken soups and stews to creamy chicken recipes.
Some people can imagine chicken delicious only when it's fried. Granted one
has to admit that it really does indeed taste great when cooked like that, but is
it healthy? There are other ways to prepare chicken quick and easy which not
only will taste great but also provide a much healthier option for those on a
diet or who simply wish to watch what they and their families eat.

Chicken meat is a very popular poultry dish around the world. When you
cook chicken, make sure that you cook it through all the way, or you might
get some parasites.
Chicken meat is white meat which has a lot of protein but high level of
cholesterol in comparison to other meats. It is a rich source of essential
nutrients and vitamins. Chicken provides selenium which is important as it
contains anti-oxidants to control free radicals and improve the immune
system.

Chicken gives you high amount of protein, carbohydrate and fats which are
healthy. It gives the body phosphorous, selenium, zinc and iron. Chicken
gives the body important Vitamin B6 & B12 along with vitamin D.  Chicken
is the one of the source of high quality lean protein, which is very important
for the growth and development of various body organs. It is good for people
on weight control.

 
to the cardiovascular system is also present in chicken breast. Vitamin B6
found in it helps in the protein and red blood cells metabolism and prevents
heart diseases. Skinless chicken breast is the good source of lean protein
which is best for weight management, heart diseases prevention and
protection from type 2 diabetes.
 
Having chicken in your diet enhances the metabolic performance as it
contains abundant amount of selenium which is an essential mineral involved
in maintaining the functioning of thyroid gland, hormone secretion,
metabolism and immune functioning. It contains high level of vitamin B6
which acts as metabolism booster by encouraging enzymes and metabolic
cellular reactions (methylation). It keeps blood vessels healthy, boosts energy
level and burns calories so helps in managing healthy weight and stamina.
 
Eating chicken on regular basis promotes the eye health as it contains high
level of retinol, alpha carotene, beta carotene and lycopene (derivatives of
vitamin A) which are required for the healthy eyesight. It also provides the
healthy tissue growth in the body and prevents skin problems by nourishing
the skin. It prevents chapped lips, tongue sores, cracked mouths, seasonal dry
skin in winter and other skin problems. Riboflavin (vitamin B2) found in
chicken livers reduces the skin problems and enhances repairing of dry or
damaged skin. Niacin found in it is the good source to the health of skin,
nervous system and digestive tract. It helps in converting the food into energy
and promoting the skin repair.
 
Eating boiled chicken helps in building muscles as it is a lean meat having
little fat and lots of protein. It increases appetite because of its zinc mineral
availability which helps in maintaining the healthy appetite. It is rich in
vitamin B6 which reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke by lowering the
homocysteine level. Eating organic chicken helps in reducing the risk of
exposure to antibiotics and synthetic pesticides (harmful bacteria). 100 gm of
the chicken breast provides half amount of the daily protein requirement.
 
Having chicken in the meal is very beneficial for the women having weak
bones and teeth. It also contains lots of trace minerals which help in boosting
the immune system. It soothes the PMS symptoms among women as its good
level of magnesium mineral helps in coping with the premenstrual stress. It is
the rich source of B12 thus helps women to maintain the blood hemoglobin
level and prevents from anemia.

As for men, it spikes the testosterone levels as it contains zinc mineral which
helps in regulating the testosterone level (male hormone).
 
Chicken liver is good source of protein, vitamin A, riboflavin, vitamin B12,
folates and iron which are very essential nutrients for both

7. Lemon Chicken

Browned chicken breasts are paired with a flavorful lemon sauce for a quick
dinner.
 Ingredients

1 (2 1/2 to 3 1/2-lb.) whole chicken, cut up

1 egg
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup flour
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 chicken flavored bouillon cubes

Directions

Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice to the egg and beat well. Mix together the flour,
paprika and garlic powder. Dip the cut up chicken pieces in beaten egg, then in
the flour mixture. Brown the chicken in a skillet in butter or margarine. Dissolve
chicken flavored bouillon cubes in 1/2 cup boiling water. Add the remaining
lemon juice to the bouillon and pour over the chicken. Cover and simmer for
about 20 minutes or until tender. Yield: 3 to 4 servings.

9. Peppercorn Chicken

Boneless chicken breasts in a creamy peppercorn sauce will make your kitchen
smell wonderful while it’s cooking.
Boneless chicken breasts in a creamy peppercorn sauce will make your kitchen
smell wonderful while it’s cooking.

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

1 tablespoon crushed whole peppercorns
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup dry sherry or orange juice
1/4 cup whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon tarragon leaves

Directions

Pound the chicken between plastic wrap with the flat edge of a mallet to a 1/2-
inch thickness. Sprinkle with the peppercorns. In a skillet, cook the chicken in
butter or margarine until cooked through, turning once. Remove the chicken and
keep warm.

Increase the heat to high. Add the sherry to the skillet drippings. Whisk in the
cream and tarragon. Boil until thickened, stirring constantly. Spoon over the
chicken. Yield: 4 servings.
 18. Chicken Stir-Fry

This chicken stir-fry dish is packed with veggies. Serve with white or brown
rice.

Ingredients

4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts, skinned

Cut chicken into chunks or short strips. Heat oil in a heavy skillet or wok; sauté
chicken in oil. Add cayenne pepper, garlic and ginger.

Add carrots to chicken mixture and sauté 1 to 2 minutes. Add red pepper, green
onions, water chestnuts, Chinese vegetables and bean sprouts and sauté 1
minute. Add chicken broth and soy sauce. Cover and cook 2 minutes. Thicken
with 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Yield: 6 servings.

22. Chicken Mozzarella

This chicken recipe is a nice change from the usual chicken dish.

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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                    Chicken Mozzarella

This chicken recipe is a nice change from the usual chicken dish.

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
4 slices Mozzarella cheese (about 2 oz.)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Place chicken in a baking dish. Bake, covered, for 15 minutes at 425 degrees F.
While chicken is baking, combine tomato sauce, oregano, sugar, hot pepper
sauce and garlic salt; simmer in small saucepan. (If needed, add 1 tablespoon
cornstarch to thicken sauce.)
Drain chicken; pour tomato sauce mixture over and top with cheese. Return to
oven and bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes longer. Yield: 4 servings.

29. Chicken A La King Casserole

This is classic A La King turned into an oven casserole, but still complete with
all the good vegetables and broth.

3 tablespoons butter or margarine

3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth or 2 chicken bouillon cubes in 1 1/2 cups hot water
2 cups cooked chicken (cut into cubes)
1 cup cooked canned, fresh or frozen peas
1 (3 oz.) can sliced mushrooms
2 cooked medium carrots (cut into chunks)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 package refrigerated biscuits

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth or 2 chicken bouillon cubes in 1 1/2 cups hot water
2 cups cooked chicken (cut into cubes)
1 cup cooked canned, fresh or frozen peas
1 (3 oz.) can sliced mushrooms
2 cooked medium carrots (cut into chunks)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 package refrigerated biscuits

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Melt butter or margarine; stir in flour. Slowly add broth. Simmer and stir until
thick. Add chicken, vegetables and salt. Cook until bubbling. Pour into a 1 1/2-
quart casserole. With kitchen scissors, cut biscuits into quarters. Arrange the
biscuits in a ring, rounded side down, on top of hot chicken. Bake at 425
degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes or until biscuits are done. Yield: 4 servings.