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Chicken Breast Dish

Chicken breast dish is a versatile, healthy, and easy-to-prepare meal option, suitable for all taste preferences. Notable for its lean protein content, this dish supports nutritious diets, making it a favorite choice for fitness enthusiasts and those who are health conscious. Offering a neutral palate, it absorbs flavors excellently and can be seasoned or marinated with any desired flavor. Variety of preparations like grilling, baking, poaching or slow-cooking are ideal for chicken breasts, making it an advanced player for different cuisines and recipes, from simple salads and sandwiches to more complex food mixes. Its low-fat content also makes it a perfect ingredient for diet-friendly dishes.
#63
IN POULTRY
185
CAL / 100G
$0.35
AVG / OZ
Chicken Breast Dish
3%
CARBS
36%
FAT
60%
PROTEIN
Chicken Breast Dish FAQ
Chicken breast is a favored ingredient due to its versatility and low-fat high-protein content. Those new to cooking or inexperienced with chicken breast often find it challenging to keep the meat juicy and flavorful. The most frequent mistakes include overcooking, lack of seasoning, and improper resting. It's essential to prevent overcooking, which results in dry chicken. Thermometers are a great tool to ensure that you're not overcooking your chicken. Seasonings and marinades can greatly enhance the flavor, and allowing the chicken to rest after cooking ensures that the juices redistribute within the meat, making it moist and flavorful. To get the best from your dish, try different cooking techniques. Grilling chicken breast gives it a wonderful smoky flavor, while baking offers convenience, especially for larger quantities. Including a brine or marinade before cooking can help tenderize the chicken and infuse it with more flavors. A secret tip also includes pounding the chicken to an even thickness before cooking. This ensures even cooking, so you don't end up with a dry end while the thicker part is still raw or tough.
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Is it better to cook chicken breast with or without skin?
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Why does my chicken breast come out rubbery?
Why is there a 'white strip' in my chicken breast?
Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Chicken Breast Dish expire?
If your dish is store-bought and unopened, the printed 'best by' date is a good indicator of its freshness, but it usually remains good for 1-2 days after this date. Once opened, it should be consumed within 3-4 days if it's refrigerated. If you've cooked a chicken breast dish at home, it'll generally be fine in the fridge for 3-4 days as well. If you choose to freeze your homemade or store-bought dish (which is a brilliant idea if you're meal-prepping!), then it'll keep its quality for up to 4 months.
How do you tell if Chicken Breast Dish is bad?
There can be several signs that chicken has gone bad and it's essential to detect them to avoid food poisoning. First, it's smells. Spoiled chicken often gives off a sour or putrid scent. Second, texture changes. If the chicken feels slimy or tacky, these are big red flags. Lastly, visual changes. Molds or greenish-blue discoloration imply that your chicken breast dish is no longer safe to eat.
Tips for storing Chicken Breast Dish to extend shelf life
• Always refrigerate leftovers within 1-2 hours of cooking. Keeping the dish at room temperature for a prolonged period can increase the risk of bacterial growth. • Use airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags to store your chicken dishes in the fridge or freezer. This helps prevent the entry of air, which can lead to spoilage. • When freezing, try to portion your chicken breast dish into useful, meal-sized amounts. It'll not only save space but also make defrosting quicker and more convenient. • Defrost frozen dishes in the refrigerator rather than on the countertop. It might take a bit longer, but it's much safer as it keeps the chicken at a safe temperature. • If you want to extend the shelf life of your cooked chicken dish even further, consider investing in a vacuum sealing machine. It removes more air than conventional storage methods, thereby helping your food stay fresh for longer.
Health Info
Macros
1g
CARBS
19g
FAT
32g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
LACTOSE FREE
GLUTEN FREE
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