Ahh, the humble chicken. Boil it, grill it, stick it in a stew, mix it with pretty much any flavour you want – chicken has been a popular part of our diet for thousands of years. Read on to find out why Birds Eye chicken makes a great addition to a balanced meal.
What’s so great about chicken?
So what’s so good about it? One of the main reasons we’ve continued to eat it, all over the world in almost every culture, is chicken’s health benefits – the nutritional value of chicken can’t be underestimated. It’s a brilliant source of some really important vitamins and minerals that help us grow and stay healthy – chicken has served us well over many years, and we like to think we serve it pretty well too.
The great and good of chicken nutrition
This unflappable meat’s main claim to fame is that it’s a great source of lean protein, but the benefits of chicken don’t end there – it’s packed full of other important nutrients too. Our chicken products are all made with 100% chicken breast, and can contain nutrients including:
• Vitamin B3 (niacin) - this vitamin helps keep our metabolism in shape, helps our nervous system function and can help to reduce tiredness. Why not try our delicious chicken dippers or wholegrain chicken nuggets to boost your B3 intake?
• Vitamin B6 - like B3, B6 is one of the main vitamins in chicken and also helps to keep our metabolism, nervous system and immune system healthy. If you’re in need of a little B6 boost, our hot and spicy chicken is a great option!
• Phosphorus - this mineral helps to look after our bones and teeth, as well as playing a part in our metabolism. For a simple and tasty main dishcontaining phosphorus, try our southern-fried chicken.
Check out the full Birds Eye chicken range, from classic chargrills to indulgent garlic and herb Inspirations, and pick out your favourites.
Why is protein so important?
Protein is one of the body’s main building blocks – it’s crucial that we all eat enough of it to stay healthy. It’s a multi-tasking marvel, with several important roles including muscle growth and maintenance, supporting healthy bones, and repairing muscles (we wouldn’t get far without them…). How much protein we need is different for each person, depending on things like age and weight, but what’s certain is that we all need some!It’s especially important that children get enough protein while their bones and muscles are growing. A meal with Birds Eye chicken, our succulent peas and some potatoes is perfectly balanced and provides a great protein source.
Is our chicken full of hidden sugars?
Don’t flap – you can rest assured that our chicken doesn’t bring along hidden sugar as an uninvited guest. To check for yourself, have a look at our nutrition and ingredient labels – they’re on all of our product packs.Birds Eye chicken has also been Mumsnet Rated by Mumsnet Testers* - the ultimate seal of approval for families!
There’s a wealth of chick-spiration out there – dive into our chicken recipes, created with love from Birds Eye, to find some firm family favourites.
*202 of 225 Mumsnet testers say they'd recommend Birds Eye frozen chicken
