THE MOST PREFERRED PROTEIN
Americans eat more than 85 pounds of poultry per year.
- Chicken is more widely consumed than any other meat.
- Consumers love the taste and practicality; it marries well with a variety of flavors, cooking methods and recipes.
- Chicken is an affordable protein—much less expensive than beef.*
- For health conscious individuals, chicken is high in protein; low in calories; rich in essential vitamins like iron, zinc and vitamin B; and low in fat and cholesterol.
MENU VERSATILITY
Chicken can be paired with many seasonings and spices including marinades, breadings and rubs to accommodate a variety of menus from upscale to down-home and ethnic cuisines from across the globe.
It can be used as a main entree, in sandwiches, salads, snacks and appetizers and is suitable for serving anytime of day hot or cold.
Preportioned, value-added options allow for complete portion cost control and fully cooked varieties reduce preparation time.
*Sources:
- The National Chicken Council
- Mintel—Poultry—US, November 2014
- http://www.ers.usda.gov/data-products/meat-price-spreads.aspx