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Daniel · 03-17-2008, 12:07 PM

Whenever I read about these they seem to contain a lot of ingredients and cooking that I -not exactly don't have time for- but don't have like, time for.

I like to eat better, but I like to eat fast. If it weren't for tuna sandwiches, egg sandwiches, and protein shakes, I'd be screwed.

Those three things are the only cheap, reliable protein sources I've found. Affordable, easy to make, and nutritious.

There's gotta be something else, though, right? Chicken sandwiches, if chicken is on sale that week, but otherwise I've found nothing.

Also: Does canned chicken seemed weird to you?

It's not bad.

Dirty Fighter · 03-17-2008, 12:20 PM

I liked canned chicken. It's good if you are feeling lazy and don't want to spend a lot of time making something to eat. Nuts and beans are a decent protein source, too. Fish is good if weight is a concern, as I understand it.

FrankenJim · 03-17-2008, 12:21 PM

Chicken , Pasta and Peas EASY! Grill chicken cook pasta and peas.

Fish , Cod, Spuds and Mixed veg ( All Frozen , i know fresh is better. But hey still good )

Chicken Stir Fry, Chop chicken and Buy a Stir Fry pack ( Peppers bean sprots carrots cabbiage )

Daniel · 03-17-2008, 01:01 PM

What kind of beans and pasta do you recommend?

SmashingMachine · 03-17-2008, 05:50 PM

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What kind of beans and pasta do you recommend?

Black beans, red beans, chili beans...Whole Wheat Pasta. As far as cooking time goes Walmart sells pre-cooked chicken breasts that you can just pop in the microwave for a few minutes.

lwbfl · 03-17-2008, 07:01 PM

When strict dieting, I choose one afternoon to cook. I'll fire up the grill, oven, and rotisserie. I’ll prepare lots of chicken, hamburger patties, fish and some pork. You can cook one day, and it will last two weeks. Simply package each item in single servings, and all you have to do is heat up the meat and a veggie, and your good to go! I also used lots of eggs, tuna packets, chicken packets, pre-cooked beef and chicken patties etc.

basslogic4003 · 03-17-2008, 08:20 PM

Whole wheat pasta has like 14 grams of protein per serving, and is packed with good stuff. I make a serving (usually a bit more) of Barilla Plus, add a little ground garlic and extra virgin olive oil for all the "good" fats, and bake a serving of chicken in the oven. Voila! 35-40 grams of protein in a meal that your nutritionalist would be proud of!

Crashsti · 03-18-2008, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by lwbfl

When strict dieting, I choose one afternoon to cook. I'll fire up the grill, oven, and rotisserie. I’ll prepare lots of chicken, hamburger patties, fish and some pork. You can cook one day, and it will last two weeks. Simply package each item in single servings, and all you have to do is heat up the meat and a veggie, and your good to go! I also used lots of eggs, tuna packets, chicken packets, pre-cooked beef and chicken patties etc.

Meal planning!!!! I totally agree with you. After all, we plan training sessions ahead of time so why not meals too? Its a great way to save time as well as make eating easier.

FrankenJim · 03-18-2008, 10:52 AM

I cant Stand warmed up food yuk!
Saying that i cook a bit of chicken for then ext day ( Sarines for breakfast and lunch )

I buy whole Wheat pasta, Good carbs and firbe!

y0utapped · 03-26-2008, 02:46 PM

if all you are after is 30gs of protein then you can usually assume that any lean peice of meat about half a pound in weight (an average chicken breast or steak) contains roughly 25-30 gram. so firstly what you need is a george forman grill, i have recently been converted to these and have to say that they are amazin. it takes 2 mins to grill anythin (butterfly a chicken breast).then add a bit of salt and pepper and then i just chop up some lettuce and a few other veg. 30g protein, plenty of nutrients, jus under 5 mins.

MTKrav911 · 03-26-2008, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Daniel

Whenever I read about these they seem to contain a lot of ingredients and cooking that I -not exactly don't have time for- but don't have like, time for.

I like to eat better, but I like to eat fast. If it weren't for tuna sandwiches, egg sandwiches, and protein shakes, I'd be screwed.

Those three things are the only cheap, reliable protein sources I've found. Affordable, easy to make, and nutritious.

There's gotta be something else, though, right? Chicken sandwiches, if chicken is on sale that week, but otherwise I've found nothing.

Also: Does canned chicken seemed weird to you?

It's not bad.

LOL! You're in the same exact position as everyone who's trained, semi trained, professionally trained etc.

Do I eat that chicken breast? I mean technically they say a chicken breast has 24 grams of protein, but the fat?

Not many have a blender and a mega barrell of Whey Protein that they carry around, so we're screwed there. And even there, you have to check the sugar content.

I'm more than likely wrong, but I've found Cheese Pizza works for ME.

SmashingMachine · 03-26-2008, 08:16 PM

One of those foil packs of Tuna has a sload of Protein in it...46 grams total, I think. I had it for lunch today...mixed it with 2 Tbsp's of Dijon Mustard and a little Red Hot. And washed it down with a box of Ho-Ho's...no just kidding.

Crashsti · 03-27-2008, 12:28 PM

I tin of sardines has about 16 grams of protein along with good fats if you get the ones in Olive oil. I love these things!!!