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Chicken and carrot börek Calories
Protein-containing filo pastry
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chicken and carrot börek (120 g) has 294 calories. That works out to 245 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.4 g of carbs, 13.4 g of protein, 14.9 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken and carrot börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
294
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
27.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
13.4g
· 27% DV
Fat
14.9g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 18% · Fat 45%
Chicken and carrot börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 294 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.9 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 3.72 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% |
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 Medium Chicken and carrot börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 55 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 221 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 368 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 417 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 230 g | 564 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 613 kcal |
Calculated from 245 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken and carrot börek
How do you make chicken and carrot börek?
Chicken and carrot börek is made by wrapping cooked, shredded chicken and sautéed grated carrot in filo pastry. Layer or roll the pastry around the cooled filling, brush the top with egg, and bake until golden and crisp.
Should the chicken be cooked before making chicken and carrot börek?
Yes, cook the chicken fully before adding it to chicken and carrot börek. Shred and cool it first; raw chicken may not cook safely during the pastry’s baking time and can release enough liquid to make the filling soggy.
Do you cook the carrots for chicken and carrot börek first?
Yes, grate and sauté the carrots for chicken and carrot börek until tender and their excess moisture has evaporated. Let them cool before mixing with the chicken so the warm, wet filling does not soften the filo.
How do you keep chicken and carrot börek filo pastry crispy?
For crisp chicken and carrot börek, brush the filo layers lightly with oil or melted butter and use a cool, fairly dry filling. Bake in a preheated oven until the pastry is browned, then serve soon after baking.
What temperature should chicken and carrot börek bake at?
Chicken and carrot börek is commonly baked at 350–400°F (180–200°C) in a preheated oven. The exact time varies with the shape and thickness; look for deeply golden pastry and a hot center.
What can you serve with chicken and carrot börek?
Serve chicken and carrot börek with a crisp green salad, plain yogurt, or a cucumber-yogurt dip. For a fuller meal, add soup; for a lighter lunch, a simple salad balances the rich, flaky pastry.
Can you make chicken and carrot börek ahead of time?
Yes, assemble chicken and carrot börek a few hours ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until baking. Use cooled filling to protect the pastry from moisture, and add any egg wash just before it goes into the oven.
Can you freeze chicken and carrot börek?
Yes, chicken and carrot börek can be frozen either before or after baking. Wrap portions airtight; thaw unbaked börek in the refrigerator before cooking, and reheat baked pieces until hot throughout for the best texture and safe serving.
How should you store leftover chicken and carrot börek?
Refrigerate leftover chicken and carrot börek in a covered container once it has cooled, rather than leaving it out for an extended period. Reheat only the portion you need, until the chicken filling is hot throughout.
Why does chicken and carrot börek turn soggy?
Chicken and carrot börek turns soggy when the filling is wet, still warm, or packed into the filo too generously. Sauté the grated carrot until its moisture cooks off, cool the filling, and avoid overfilling the pastry.
Chicken and carrot börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
5.52mg · 35% DV
Vitamin A
228µg · 25% DV
B6
0.37mg · 22% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
154mg · 22% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Manganese
0.37mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
222mg · 7% DV
Chicken and carrot börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken and carrot börek
To burn the 294 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 and carrot börek?
Chicken and carrot börek is made by wrapping seasoned chicken and carrot filling in thin sheets of pastry, then baking until golden. Börek belongs to the Turkish and wider regional tradition of filled pastries, with many household and local variations in shape and filling.
The layers turn crisp at the edges while the centre stays tender and savoury; carrot adds a gentle sweetness. In Turkey it may be served for breakfast, with tea, or as a light meal alongside salad. Elsewhere, it works well as a snack or part of a shared spread. Chicken makes it a source of protein, with 11.2 g per 100 g. Pair a serving with fresh vegetables for a lighter, balanced plate.
How Nutritious Is Chicken and carrot börek?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 and carrot börek Processed?
NOVA 3
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 and carrot börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken and carrot börek 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 and carrot börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.2:1).
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