Vasileios Pappas
Condito S.A., Greece
Title: Innovative ready-to-eat healthy product: Chicken boost from A to zinc
Biography
Biography: Vasileios Pappas
Abstract
As part of a research program, the research team of the Department of Food Science and Nutrition of the University of the Aegean studied the possibility of creating a product with a particularly high nutritional value and at the same time having a very tasty combination of ingredients. After a literature review and pilot productions they came up with the product: “Chicken Boost from A to Zinc”, that is a product with the main ingredient chicken breast fillet and stuffing of dried vegetables (kale, spinach, carrot, sun-dried tomato, red pepper and dill). All raw materials are of Greek origin making the product Greek. It is classified in the category of ready to eat meals. It is characterized by high nutritional value, as it contains significant amounts of many vitamins, minerals and trace elements, which cover a large percentage of the recommended daily intake. It is a product characterized by ease of consumption, as it is ready-baked-frozen and requires only heating by the consumer in an oven or microwave. Also, it will be available in a package of 2 portions (170 g each), fully recyclable. Chicken Boost from a to Zinc is an ideal meal proposal for all ages (over 2 years), especially for those who follow a balanced diet and need high amounts of nutrients but also for those who have a fast pace of life and want a fast but healthy meal.