{"id":3533,"date":"2015-08-10T10:00:22","date_gmt":"2015-08-10T17:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bornfitness.com\/?p=3533"},"modified":"2021-01-20T14:59:02","modified_gmt":"2021-01-20T21:59:02","slug":"chicken-panini","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bornfitness.com\/chicken-panini\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Recipe: Chicken Panini with Tomato, Basil, & Avocado"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you think “healthy meal ideas” rarely do the words “bread” and “sandwich” come to mind. And that’s exactly why it’s time for you to reprogram how you think about the healthiest foods to eat.<\/p>\n

Your sandwich favorites tend to be limited to\u00a0a short list of the classics:\u00a0PB&J, grilled cheese, and [insert deli meat here].<\/p>\n

There’s no\u00a0denying the enjoyment those options, and there’s a time and place for each. But what if you wanted to eat sandwiches every day? Here’s how to make it happen: enter the chicken panini.<\/p>\n

Eating the healthiest foods does not mean avoiding all carbs and foods that taste great.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Eating the healthiest foods does not<\/em> mean avoiding all carbs and\u00a0foods that taste great.\u00a0This flavored-filled chicken panini takes sandwiches to a whole other level. Nutrient-dense, macro-balanced and protein-rich, this lunch will become your new staple.<\/p>\n

Why it\u2019s a Healthy Recipe<\/h2>\n

Sprouted grain and seed bread is a better alternative to white- or wheat flour-based options. Although the bread does contain gluten\u2014gasp!\u2014the sprouting process breaks down the proteins (gluten) and carbohydrates in the grain. This makes it easier to digest and lowers glycemic index (if you worry about those things).<\/p>\n

We added fresh basil not only for flavor, but because it contains flavonoids, which have anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. The healthy fat in the avocado and the fiber in the bread will slow digestion, which helps you feel full\u00a0for longer periods of time.<\/p>\n

You can select a deli meat, but be aware that most\u00a0contain fake flavors, sodium and preservatives to maintain freshness. Sure, it tastes good, but in terms of health, it\u2019s better to stick to the real meat as often as you can, or go with an option that removes those drawbacks. (For a solid option, check out Applegate products<\/a>.)<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"chicken<\/p>\n

Serving size: 1 serving<\/p>\n

Cook time: 15 minutes<\/p>\n

Difficulty: Easy<\/p>\n