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Lean cooking, high protein, sauced flavor
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chicken breast cooked in airfryer with sauce (120 g) has 162 calories. That works out to 135 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 25.8 g of protein, 3.7 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 10.4 mg of B3 covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
162
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
25.8g
· 52% DV
Fat
3.7g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 68% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 162 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.7 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 122 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 270 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 324 kcal |
Calculated from 135 calories per 100 g.
Season the chicken breast, lightly oil it, and air-fry it in a single layer. Brush on the sauce near the end of cooking, especially if it contains sugar, so it flavors the chicken without scorching.
Cooking time varies with the breast’s thickness and the air fryer, so check the thickest part rather than relying on a fixed time. The chicken is safely cooked when its center reaches 165°F (74°C).
Avoid overcooking chicken breast cooked in an air fryer with sauce, and choose pieces of similar thickness so they finish together. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to help retain its juices.
Add most sauces during the final few minutes of cooking chicken breast in an air fryer. Sugary or thick sauces can burn or turn bitter under prolonged high heat; you can also serve extra sauce on the side.
Lemon-herb, mustard, barbecue, and yogurt-based sauces all work well with chicken breast cooked in an air fryer. For a crisp exterior, use a thin coating and avoid drowning the chicken in sauce before cooking.
Use a food thermometer in the thickest part of the chicken breast; it should read 165°F (74°C). Sauce can hide the meat’s color, so visual checks alone are less reliable.
Yes, you can air-fry frozen chicken breast, but it needs longer to cook and may cook less evenly than thawed meat. Cook it through first, check for 165°F (74°C) at the center, then add sauce near the end.
No, do not wash raw chicken breast before air-frying it with sauce. Rinsing can spread bacteria around the sink and nearby surfaces; cook the chicken directly and clean anything that touched it.
Refrigerate leftover chicken breast cooked in an air fryer within two hours, in a covered container. It keeps for about three to four days in the refrigerator; discard it if it was left out for too long.
Serve chicken breast cooked in an air fryer with roasted vegetables, a grain such as rice or quinoa, or a crisp salad. Choose sides that complement the sauce—for example, a fresh salad balances a rich or sweet glaze.
Vitamins
B3
10.44mg · 65% DV
B6
0.84mg · 49% DV
B5
1.32mg · 26% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
252mg · 36% DV
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 162 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Chicken breast cooked in airfryer with sauce is a simple dish of chicken breast cooked in a countertop air fryer, with sauce added during cooking or served on top. It has no single regional origin; it is a practical home-cooking option that takes on the character of whatever sauce you choose.
The outside can turn lightly browned while the meat stays tender, with a flavour that may be savoury, spicy or tangy depending on the sauce. Serve it with salad, vegetables, rice or potatoes for a straightforward lunch or dinner, or slice leftovers into a sandwich. It is high in protein and relatively low in fat. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of sauce and pair the chicken with plenty of vegetables.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.