Ready to save some money on dinner? Try using a few of these canned chicken breast recipes as your main ingredient! Canned chicken is a budget-friendly option that not only helps you stretch the grocery budget, but it also packs delicious and nutritious proteins into every meal.
In this week's meal plan, I'm sharing with you a few easy dinner recipes that make use of this protein powerhouse. From casseroles to soups and more, you’re sure to find something new your whole family will love!
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I don't know about you, but it seems the price of meat and other groceries keep increasing. I thought it would be a good idea to revisit our canned chicken meal plan.
Why? Because canned chicken is an easy and time-saving way to make meals quickly!
So let’s get started cooking with fantastic flavors from canned chicken!
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What is Canned Chicken?
Most of us know what canned tuna fish is so it should come as no surprise that canned chicken is very similar. It's cooked chicken breast packed in water in a can and it stays good for a very long time.
How to prepare canned chicken
Some helpful tips when it comes to cooking with canned chicken include rinsing the chicken before use, adding seasonings like herbs and spices to give it more flavor, and shredding or chopping the chunks into smaller portions.
If you’re looking for a creamy entrée, adding some cream of chicken soup to your dish can help make it much richer in flavor. Also, be sure to know how many servings the can contains as some cans come with two servings while others contain up to four per can.
Is Canned Chicken Healthy?
YES! Canned chicken is a healthy and fast choice when you're planning meals. It is also inexpensive and has the same nutritional benefits as fresh chicken. You do want to check the sodium content on the packages you purchase because some brands can be high in sodium.
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This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2020 with new photos and new information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
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