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Chicken Alinazik Calories
Traditional Turkish dish with grilled chicken, roasted eggplant, yogurt, and spices
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chicken Alinazik (250 g) has 275 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 23.8 g of protein, 13 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 21.3 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chicken Alinazik Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
275
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
13g
· 5% DV
Protein
23.8g
· 48% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 36% · Fat 44%
Chicken Alinazik nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 275 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.25 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 550 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Chicken Alinazik?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 385 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Alinazik
Is Chicken Alinazik a traditional Turkish dish?
Yes, Chicken Alinazik is a chicken-based take on a dish associated with Gaziantep in southeastern Turkey. The classic version usually tops roasted eggplant mixed with yogurt with lamb; chicken is a popular alternative rather than the original meat.
What does the name Chicken Alinazik mean?
Chicken Alinazik refers to the chicken version of Turkish alinazik, a dish built around roasted eggplant and yogurt. The name is often linked to the Turkish words “eli nazik,” but its exact origin is debated.
Which cut of chicken works best for Chicken Alinazik?
Boneless chicken thighs are especially forgiving in Chicken Alinazik because they stay juicy as they brown. Chicken breast also works and cooks faster, but take it off the heat as soon as it is cooked through to keep it tender.
How do you stop Chicken Alinazik from turning watery?
Drain the roasted eggplant well before mixing it into the yogurt for Chicken Alinazik. Let the eggplant cool until warm rather than piping hot, and use thick yogurt; excess moisture can make the creamy base runny.
Can you make Chicken Alinazik with jarred roasted eggplant?
Yes, jarred roasted eggplant can be used for Chicken Alinazik when fresh eggplant is inconvenient. Drain it thoroughly and taste it before adding salt, since preserved eggplant may already be seasoned or slightly salty.
Can Chicken Alinazik be made ahead for a dinner party?
Yes, prepare the roasted eggplant-yogurt base and cooked chicken for Chicken Alinazik separately ahead of time. Refrigerate them promptly, reheat the chicken thoroughly, and combine the components shortly before serving for the best texture.
Is Chicken Alinazik the same as Turkish eggplant yogurt dip?
No, Chicken Alinazik is served as a composed main dish, with seasoned chicken placed over the eggplant-and-yogurt base. Turkish eggplant yogurt dip is generally served as a side or starter and does not have the chicken topping.
What should you serve with Chicken Alinazik?
Rice pilaf, bulgur, or warm flatbread are good accompaniments to Chicken Alinazik. A crisp salad also works well, adding freshness alongside the dish’s creamy yogurt, smoky eggplant, and rich pepper-butter topping.
Can you freeze Chicken Alinazik?
Freezing Chicken Alinazik is not ideal because yogurt can separate and the eggplant base may become watery after thawing. If you need to freeze part of the meal, freeze the cooked chicken separately and make the yogurt-eggplant mixture fresh.
How do you reheat leftover Chicken Alinazik without ruining it?
Reheat the chicken topping for Chicken Alinazik separately until thoroughly hot, using a pan or microwave. Warm the eggplant-yogurt base gently or serve it cool; heating it hard can make the yogurt separate.
Chicken Alinazik Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
5.25mg · 33% DV
B5
1.5mg · 30% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
238mg · 34% DV
Sodium
550mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
675mg · 20% DV
Chicken Alinazik Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken Alinazik
To burn the 275 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chicken Alinazik?
Chicken Alinazik is a Turkish take on alinazik, a dish especially associated with Gaziantep in southeastern Turkey. It layers tender chicken, usually browned with spices, over roasted eggplant mashed with yogurt, and is often finished with a drizzle of butter infused with red pepper.
The smoky, soft eggplant and tangy yogurt balance the savoury chicken, making it a hearty main rather than a side. In Turkey it is commonly served hot, often with rice, bulgur or bread; it also works well with a crisp salad. Chicken and yogurt make it a protein-containing meal, while the eggplant adds some fibre. For a lighter plate, use less butter and serve it with extra salad.
How Nutritious Is Chicken Alinazik?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Chicken Alinazik Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Chicken Alinazik Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken Alinazik Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chicken Alinazik Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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