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Protein-rich chicken burger with cheddar sauce and refined carbs
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chicken burger with cheddar sauce (190 g) has 485 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.9 g of carbs, 25.7 g of protein, 24.3 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 9.7 mg of B3 covers 61% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 190 g
485
KCAL / 190G
Carbs
39.9g
· 15% DV
Protein
25.7g
· 51% DV
Fat
24.3g
· 31% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 21% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 485 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.3 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 7.79 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.23 g | |
| Sodium | 1178 mg | 51% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% |
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) | 190 g | 485 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 95 g | 242 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 663 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 765 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 320 g | 816 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 380 g | 969 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
A chicken burger with cheddar sauce usually contains a chicken patty or fillet, a burger bun and a sauce made with cheddar cheese. Lettuce, tomato, pickles and onion are common additions, while the exact ingredients vary between recipes and restaurants.
Make a chicken burger with cheddar sauce by grilling or breading and frying a chicken fillet, then placing it in a toasted bun with cheddar sauce and toppings. Cook the chicken through, and add the sauce just before serving so the bun stays firmer.
A chicken burger with cheddar sauce is not automatically healthier than a beef burger. The preparation matters: grilled chicken and moderate sauce can be a lighter choice than a fried patty with generous toppings, while the bun and sides also affect the meal.
For a smooth cheddar sauce for a chicken burger with cheddar sauce, melt grated cheddar into warm milk with a little butter over low heat. Stir continuously and avoid boiling, which can make the cheese separate; add a splash of milk if it becomes too thick.
Pickles, lettuce, tomato and sliced onion pair well with a chicken burger with cheddar sauce. Pickles and onion cut through the rich cheese sauce, while fresh lettuce adds crunch; use a light hand with extra creamy sauces to avoid overpowering the chicken.
A chicken burger with cheddar sauce goes well with a green salad, coleslaw or roasted vegetables. If you want a classic burger-style meal, serve it with fries; a fresh side is a good way to balance the rich sauce.
You can freeze the cooked chicken patty, but freezing a fully assembled chicken burger with cheddar sauce is less ideal. The bun can turn soggy and the sauce may separate when thawed, so freeze the components separately and assemble them after reheating.
Reheat the chicken patty separately in an oven or pan until hot throughout, then warm the bun briefly and assemble the chicken burger with cheddar sauce. This keeps the bread from absorbing too much moisture; add fresh toppings after heating.
A chicken burger with cheddar sauce can provide protein, but the cheese sauce, refined bun and fried preparation can make the meal high in salt or saturated fat. Choose grilled chicken, add vegetables and keep the sauce modest for a more balanced option.
People with diabetes can include a chicken burger with cheddar sauce, but the bun contributes carbohydrates and the sauce may add fat or salt. A smaller bun or open-faced serving with vegetables can help; individual meal plans should be discussed with a clinician or dietitian.
Vitamins
B3
9.69mg · 61% DV
Biotin
9.5µg · 32% DV
B6
0.53mg · 31% DV
B5
1.33mg · 27% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Sodium
1178mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
342mg · 49% DV
Calcium
266mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
418mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 485 calories in 1 piece (medium) (190 g):
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A chicken burger with cheddar sauce brings together a cooked chicken patty, a soft burger bun and a creamy sauce made with cheddar. It is a chicken-based take on the American-style burger, now familiar on fast-food menus around the world. The patty is savoury and tender, while the sauce adds a rich, slightly sharp cheesiness. It is usually served hot for lunch or dinner, often with chips or a side salad; in Turkey, it also makes an easy casual meal with ayran. Chicken provides protein, with 13.5 g per 100 g. For a lighter plate, go easy on extra sauce and pair it with salad.
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.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
7.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.