After all this, I’ll give you the honest answer: Neither is “healthier” in a vacuum. Choose a lean cut of pork (loin, tenderloin, chops) and it’s nutritionally parallel to skinless chicken breast. Choose dark chicken meat (with skin) and it’s akin to a fattier pork chop. The real choice is about balance—and what you’re craving.
For the record, I told Dave: “Your argument is as flimsy as a paper plate.” He threw a hot dog at me. But I did notice he later ate three chicken thighs slathered in honey mustard. Point proven.
Final takeaway? If you’re picking a protein, don’t stress over the animal. Stress over the cut, the cooking method, and the portion. Pork and chicken are both amazing. The real unhealthy choice is listening to barbecue gurus with spatulas. (You’re welcome.)
