A meat which you can serve with confidence for lunch, tea or dinner… it’s none other than, chicken.
It continues to rank highly across the globe for so many reasons; but our country continues to be one of the biggest consumers and according to Countryside Online, the average Brit enjoys 35kg of poultry each year and this figure is growing year on year.
We thought we’d put together some of our favourite things about chicken, and the reasons behind its popularity!
- It’s a superb source of protein
With very few calories and such a lean meat, it carries less saturated fats than for example beef. The ideal solution for those looking to up their protein intake in a quick and easy way.
- It’s easy to digest
Chicken contains essential amino acids which aid digestion, making for an ideal meal choice for one and all.
- Tasty but versatile
Unlike some other meats, chicken offers a blank canvas for those looking to create not only a healthy, but also tasty meal for day or night!
- A meal in moments!
Simply add a dash of garlic and lemon, or perhaps a homemade Arrabbiata sauce and voila, you’ve got a meal, simple as that. With such quick prep time, there’s no wonder it’s the nation’s number one meat.
- It’s rich in not only high-quality proteins but also vitamins and mineral. All of the nutrition in one fail swoop, pretty impressive really. Chicken contains a monumental amount of nutrients which are great for our health, from: Vitamin B12, Tryptophan, Choline, Zinc, Iron, Copper, Phosphorus and Selenium. It’s increasingly known for contributing to strong bone health which is important in later life.
