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Cold Chicken Slices

Pre-cooked chicken slices. Zero-effort pure protein.

⏱️ 2 min
🥚 20g protein
💷 £1.20 per serving

Pre-cooked chicken slices are pure protein requiring absolutely zero preparation. Eat straight from the packet cold when cooking feels impossible. 80g provides 20g protein in the most effortless format available.

⚡ Quick Facts

Prep Time: 2 min min
Cook Time: 0 min min
Total Time: 2 min
Servings: 80g portion
Protein per Serving: 20g
Portion Size: 80g sliced chicken

Portion Guidance: Start with half a portion and pause before continuing. It's okay to stop early.

🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?

Start with 40g (2-3 slices). Even this provides 10g protein. Eat slowly. Cold protein can feel dense when appetite is minimal.

🥚 Ingredients

1 pack pre-cooked chicken slices 80-100g (Tesco £2 for 180g pack or Asda £1.80), optional: small amount of mayonnaise for dipping, cucumber or tomato on side

📝 Instructions

Open packet. Eat chicken slices directly from packet or arrange on plate. Can roll up for easier eating. Dip in mayo if desired. Add cucumber or tomato if vegetables sound appealing. No cooking or heating required.

🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today

😔 Low Appetite

Eat just 2-3 slices (40g providing 10g protein). Stop when comfortable. Even this is excellent pure protein with zero effort.

🤢 Feeling Nauseous

Room temperature chicken may be gentler than cold from fridge. Very plain no mayo or seasonings. Eat one small piece at a time slowly.

😊 Normal Appetite

Eat full 80-100g packet. Make into sandwich or wrap. Add salad leaves tomato mayo for more substantial meal. Could comfortably eat 120g chicken (24g protein).

💜 Pre-cooked chicken eaten straight from the packet whilst standing at the fridge is efficient zero-effort protein. No ceremony needed.

💜 40g of chicken provides 10g complete protein. This is more than most protein bars. You're getting pure nutrition with zero cooking.

📦 Storage & Make-Ahead

Unopened packets keep until use-by date in fridge. Once opened eat within 24 hours. Don't freeze pre-sliced chicken as texture deteriorates.

📊 Nutrition & Compliance

Protein per serving: 20g
Calories per serving: 95
Fiber: 0g
Carbs: 0g

Pre-cooked chicken is pure protein. Low in fat. Complete amino acid profile. Zero preparation required. Keep packets in fridge as emergency protein when cooking impossible.

Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

⚡ Quick Facts

Prep Time
2 min min
Cook Time
0 min min
Servings
80g portion
Protein
20g
🍽️ Portion Guidance: Start with half a portion and pause before continuing. It's okay to stop early.

🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?

Start with 40g (2-3 slices). Even this provides 10g protein. Eat slowly. Cold protein can feel dense when appetite is minimal.

🥚 Ingredients

1 pack pre-cooked chicken slices 80-100g (Tesco £2 for 180g pack or Asda £1.80), optional: small amount of mayonnaise for dipping, cucumber or tomato on side

📝 Instructions

Open packet. Eat chicken slices directly from packet or arrange on plate. Can roll up for easier eating. Dip in mayo if desired. Add cucumber or tomato if vegetables sound appealing. No cooking or heating required.

🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today

😔 Low Appetite

Eat just 2-3 slices (40g providing 10g protein). Stop when comfortable. Even this is excellent pure protein with zero effort.

🤢 Feeling Nauseous

Room temperature chicken may be gentler than cold from fridge. Very plain no mayo or seasonings. Eat one small piece at a time slowly.

😊 Normal Appetite

Eat full 80-100g packet. Make into sandwich or wrap. Add salad leaves tomato mayo for more substantial meal. Could comfortably eat 120g chicken (24g protein).

💚 You're Doing Great

💜
Pre-cooked chicken eaten straight from the packet whilst standing at the fridge is efficient zero-effort protein. No ceremony needed.
💜
40g of chicken provides 10g complete protein. This is more than most protein bars. You're getting pure nutrition with zero cooking.

📦 Storage & Make-Ahead

Unopened packets keep until use-by date in fridge. Once opened eat within 24 hours. Don't freeze pre-sliced chicken as texture deteriorates.

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

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