Dig Inn Chicken Recipe Updated: Tender, Juicy, and Packed with Flavor

Anyone who has known me for the last decade and a half knows that I try to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Key word being “try,” but I try nonetheless. A major part of that effort is following a healthy diet.

Years ago, there was a bodybuilding restaurant called “The Pump.” Many bodybuilding enthusiasts made it their go-to spot; it was a popular place while it lasted. As with many things, “The Pump” eventually changed. It evolved into a new company entirely, taken over by young entrepreneur Adam Eskin and some investors. “The Pump” first experienced significant product changes, and then it was rebranded as “Dig Inn.”

This review focuses specifically on their chicken dish; if you want more reviews of the location, simply search “Dig Inn” or “Pump” on this site—there are about five separate reviews available. Until recently, I tended to avoid the chicken here. It often felt slightly dry and, while acceptable, it wasn’t my favorite dish.

Recently, a worker informed me that the chicken recipe had been updated, mentioning something about “braising.” I’m no chef, but whatever the change was, it works! The chicken is now much more tender, melts in your mouth, and seems to retain its natural juices along with added flavors. You can definitely taste the lemon and other seasonings.

My favorite dish has always been the spicy meatballs, followed by the salmon, but the chicken is now a strong competitor. This dish is not spicy at all; it goes down smooth and soft, is light and clean, and leaves you feeling good.

Health-focused places sometimes discourage people because the food can taste bland and they tend to cost more than typical fast-food restaurants. However, I recommend giving this place a try at least once! Think of it as a cleaner, healthier version of Chipotle—try the chicken, and you might be pleasantly surprised.