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Skinless poultry contains significantly less fat and fewer calories than skin-on equivalents while maintaining comparable protein content; a skinless chicken breast provides approximately 31g protein per 100g with minimal saturated fat.

About

Skinless refers to poultry or meat products from which the outer skin layer has been removed prior to sale or preparation. In poultry, the skin is the epidermis and associated adipose tissue that covers the muscle beneath. Skinless cuts are produced by mechanical removal of this integument, exposing the underlying flesh. This preparation is common for chicken and turkey in both retail and food service contexts, where skin removal reduces fat content while altering texture and moisture retention during cooking. Skinless preparations contrast with bone-in, skin-on cuts that retain the protective and flavorful outer layer.

Culinary Uses

Skinless poultry is utilized in cuisines emphasizing lean protein preparation, from Asian stir-fries and braises to Western grilled preparations. It cooks more quickly than skin-on poultry due to reduced insulation, requiring careful attention to avoid drying. Skinless chicken breasts are particularly prevalent in health-conscious cooking, professional kitchens, and low-fat diet applications. The absence of skin necessitates alternative moisture sources—marinades, sauces, or brining—to maintain palatability. Skinless cuts are also preferred in ground poultry products and processed applications where fat reduction is desired.

Recipes Using skinless (28)

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Almond Chicken Salad with Asparagus

Almond Chicken Salad from the Public Health Cookbook by the Seattle and King County Department of Public Health—original source of recipe, public domain government resource Serves: 4

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Asparagus Chicken Pockets

Asparagus, Canned by the US Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe

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Bahamian Sour Chicken-Vegetable Soup

Serves/Makes:4 – 6

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Baked Chicken and Artichokes

Contributed by [http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends/ Healthy R

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Caribbean Chicken Pepper Pot

Contributed by [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PressureCookerRecipes/ PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group]

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Chicken Cacciatore with Whole-wheat Pasta

* Source: Prevention magazine * Serves: 4

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Chicken, Fennel and Mushroom Soup

Contributed by [http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends/ Healthy R

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Chicken Kabobs Mexicana

Chicken Kabobs Mexicana

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Chicken Pepper Skillet

Contributed by Tina at [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/World_Recipes/ World Recipes Y-Group] * Makes

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Chicken-Shrimp Jambalaya for Slow Cooker

Contributed by [http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends/ Healthy R

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Chicken tequila

by Mongol This is one of my signature dishes. The was a time when I couldn't visit my parents without being asked to make this!

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Cinnamon Chicken

An uncommon combination of cinnamon with garlic and Italian herbs season this simple chicken dish.

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Coconut Chicken I

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Couscous with Curried Chicken and Chickpeas

couscous with Curried Chicken and Chickpeas

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Creamy Chicken with Cornmeal Dumplings

Contributed by [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PressureCookerRecipes/ PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group]

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Garlic Chicken I

Garlic Chicken I from the Recidemia collection

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Ginger-Chicken Noodle Soup

To cut back on the sodium use reduced sodium chicken broth, or make your own. Use low sodium soy sauce. If this does not cut it back enough and you are on a low sodium diet then you may need to skip using this recipe.

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Honey Orange Basil Chicken

From "Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group" Submitted by: Momzright to Prevention.com Hands-OnTime: 15 Minutes | Cooking Time: 15 Minutes | Total Time: 8 Hours 30 Minutes Serves: 8

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Italian Marinated Chicken

American cuisine | Poultry

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Lime Chicken with Honeydew Peach Salsa

Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/World_Recipes/ World Recipes Y-Group] * This recipe ma

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Low-fat Lemon Tarragon Chicken

Low-fat Lemon Tarragon Chicken from the Recidemia collection

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Mole Chicken

This delicious spicy dish is best served over rice or rice noodles.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Creole

Some of the reviews for this said they used the left over sauce and added to it to make soup.

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Spicy Chicken Stew

Tired of the same old stews? This will have your taste buds jumping right off your tongue!

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Tai Chicken Noodle Soup

This is an authentic, 'home-style' dish served in Taiwanese homes. You can vary the easy-to-buy ingredients however you want to yield as many servings as you want. Try adding a couple of tablespoons of whole kernel corn.

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Tailgate Chicken Teriyaki

Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/World_Recipes/ World Recipes Y-Group] * This Recipe Se

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Thai Chicken Satay

Contributed by [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group] * Makes 4 servings

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Thai Green Curry

(Khaeng Keaw Wan)