This book is for you if you:
•Do not like to spend too much time in the kitchen
•You like spicy food - for their health benefits or you simply like spicy food
•You like chicken
•You do not like elaborate and prescriptive recipes but like to experiment in the kitchen
Chicken is the most common type of poultry. They are inexpensive compared to other meats such as mutton, beef and lamb. Chicken is nutritious and easily accessible.
Spices and herbs have healing powers.
Together, spicy chicken dishes are healthy and nutritious food.
50 spicy chicken recipes that are easy to make. Includes ideas to make another 50 or more different versions of these dishes.
Chicken is also the meat consumed most in the world. Compared to other meats, chicken is lean and has less cholesterol. Here are some of the benefits of chicken compared to other meats:
•Chicken is a great source of lean protein.
•Chicken is considered good for the heart. Chicken breast contains zero fat and is a good alternative to other meats if you are worried about your heart health
•Provides plenty of phosphorous and selenium that helps in maintaining healthy organs and also improve immune function.
•Source of Vitamin B6 that improves metabolism and Niacin (another B-vitamin) guards against cancer, DNA damage etc. Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) found in chicken liver helps maintain a healthy skin.
•Chicken contains the amino acid tryptophan that is a natural anti-depressant that helps improve your mood, increase serotonin levels.
•In addition, chicken contains vitamin A that supports eye health.
Spices and herbs used in recipes described in this book have many health benefits. Some of them are listed below
•Anti-oxidant properties
•Anti-inflammatory properties
•Anti-cancer properties
•Anti-fungal, anti-microbial, anti-viral
•Help the immune system and fight infections
•Lower blood pressure
•Lower cholesterol
•Lower diabetes
•Improve circulation
Recipes in this book are not a collection of authentic dishes, but a spicy version of chicken recipes that are easy to make and 100% healthy and flavorful. Ingredients used are mostly natural without any preserved or processed foods. Most of these recipes include tips and tricks to vary and adapt to your taste of spice level or make with some of the ingredients you like other than the prescribed ingredients in the recipes. There are about 50 recipes in the book with ideas to make another 50 or even more. Cooking does not have to be prescriptive but can be creative. I invite you to try your own variations and apply your creativity to cook dishes that are truly your own.
