According to a video explainer by registered dietician and TikTok star @nutritionbykylie, seitan is often considered a chicken replacement because it is high in protein but low in carbs and fat. To put it into perspective, one serving of seitan is 21 grams protein whereas one serving of chicken is 23 grams protein, she says.
When it comes to cooking seitan, it can be prepared and seasoned in a variety of ways. One of the easiest is simply pan-frying it with a dash of oil over medium-high for about four to five minutes then it can be sliced, crumbled, or shredded depending on your preferences.