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Published: October 09, 2021
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Chicken can be found on every American dinner table. That’s not
surprising since there are so many tasty chicken dishes that can be made
quickly at home, without much hassle. Plus, chicken meat is overall healthier and
more affordable than beef, pork or lamb, so having a chicken dinner seems to be
a win-win for everyone.
For people with diabetes, chicken meat is also very
beneficial because it is high on proteins, vitamins, minerals and low on fat. However,
not all parts of chicken and not every chicken recipe is a perfect fit. For a
perfect diabetes-friendly chicken meal, make sure to use mostly chicken breast
and limit consumption of other parts such as drumsticks, thighs, and wings due
to higher levels of fat and cholesterol. For the same reason, try to stay away
from the skin – simply remove it before cooking or buy skinless chicken parts.
In regard to recipes, there are so many of them readily
available for your enjoyment, but you have to be always cautious with the
ingredients that you use. Many glazes, gravies, and sauces, although greatly enhance
the flavor of the dish, add the unwanted amounts of fats and sugars. If you
like breading, make sure to use low carb breadcrumbs instead of the regular
ones to successfully control your blood glucose levels.
Here are some of our favorite diabetes-friendly chicken
recipes:
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