Lean complete protein staple
Chicken breast is one of the leanest, highest-quality complete proteins — essential for muscle, immunity, and recovery.
Approximate values — varies by variety, season, and preparation method.
Each condition below has a complete food-based healing plan. Chicken fits into the eat-list of these conditions.
Bake, grill, or poach. Don't overcook (dries out). Use with marinades — yoghurt-based works well. Eat with the skin off if cutting calories.
Industrial farming concerns — choose organic, free-range when possible. Cross-contamination risk — cook thoroughly.
Nutrition figures on this page come from standard food composition data. These links let you check the numbers and read the underlying research yourself rather than taking our word for it.