Chicken Breast Fillets: A guide to nutrition and benefits
Chicken is an all-time favorite for the majority of the masses. Why wouldn’t it be? It’s delicious, tender, easy, and versatile to cook with. But we all have our preferences, don’t we?
Chicken breast fillet is a very popular choice among chicken lovers. It’s a pure meat treat to eat and has excellent texture to offer as well. But you know what is better? Chicken Breast Fillets that are boneless! At fresh bone, we prepare our chicken with utmost tenderness and care. The chicken is cut in a very hygienic manner and the chicken is residue-free.
What is a Chicken Breast Fillet?
Chicken Breast Fillets are fillets of meat sliced horizontally from a chicken breast, such that it makes a “steak” of a shape that can be ideal to fit on a bun, etc.
They are available in many different forms of preparation, such as raw, cooked, breaded, breaded and spiced, etc.
What are some ways to prepare a chicken breast fillet?
Chicken breasts fillets can be prepared in multiple ways like on the grill, in a skillet, in the oven, or an instant pot.
Since the breast itself naturally includes some salt, additional flavorings can drive up the sodium content very quickly! So make sure to check the labels for sauces, seasonings, and toppings that come in at 140mg of sodium or less.
Now, Let’s learn a little about the nutrition and benefits of Chicken Breast Fillets.
Chicken Breast nutrition facts
Chicken breast is a very lean piece of meat and is a nice choice for people who try to lose weight!
The following nutrition information is provided by the USDA for one 3-ounce (85g) serving of boneless, skinless grilled chicken breast.
Fat: 2.7g.
Skinless chicken breast contains a small amount of fat, less than 3 grams. It is mostly unsaturated fat (there is less than 1 gram of saturated fat in a 3-ounce portion of the skinless chicken breast).
Carbohydrates / Sugars: 0g
Chicken breast contains no sugar or starch. This makes it an excellent choice of protein without inculcating much sugar into the diet.
Protein: 26g
Chicken breasts are a good source of lean protein. For people who eat meat, consuming chicken is a simple way to meet some of your body’s protein needs without also consuming a lot of fat.
Chicken Breast health facts
The low-fat protein found in the chicken breast can offer many important advantages, making this food a helpful addition to many eating plans.
Reduces Appetite
Chicken breasts are a great source of healthy fats and protein. Consuming chicken breast in the right amounts is healthy and makes you feel full, reducing your appetite. This results in a balanced diet and prevents over-eating.
Rich in vitamins and minerals
Chicken is also a good source of vitamin B, vitamin D, calcium, iron, zinc, and trace amounts of vitamin A and vitamin C.
In comparison to most red meats, chicken contains two to three times more polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat — healthier fats than those found in red meat. Chicken also has a total carbohydrate count of 0, no trans fat, and is low in sodium. It is not a source of dietary fiber.
Chicken breast is a good source of phosphorus that is needed for healthy bones and teeth. It also provides you with the daily requirement of B3 which helps in reducing tiredness and fatigue.
At Fresh bone, we sell fresh Chicken Breast fillet — boneless and Fresh Chicken Breast Cube boneless as well.
The Chicken breast fillet boneless is one of the meatier cuts of the chicken. The chicken is skinless and has a flexible texture. Each pack contains 4–5 pieces weighing 500g.
The Chicken Breast Cube — boneless is a fresh pack of buttery and boneless chicken pieces cut in cubes. Each pack weighs 500g (35g each piece). The succulent and tender pieces are perfect for curries, appetizers, and a lot of quick go-to recipes.
Last but not the least, our chicken is antibiotic, residue-free, and has excellent nutritional value as well.
