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Traditional Azerbaijani chicken dish, cooked with tomatoes, peppers, and sometimes eggplant.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chicken Çığırtma (180 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 24.3 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 7.4 mg of B3 covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
198
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
24.3g
· 49% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 50% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 176 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Chicken Çığırtma is a traditional Azerbaijani chicken dish cooked with tomatoes and peppers. Some versions also include eggplant. The vegetables cook with the chicken, creating a savory, saucy dish rather than a soup or a dry roasted chicken meal.
Chicken Çığırtma is made by cooking chicken pieces with vegetables, especially tomatoes and peppers; eggplant can be added. Many home cooks brown the chicken first, then simmer it with the vegetables until tender. Recipes vary, so there is no single fixed vegetable combination.
No. Chicken Çığırtma is an Azerbaijani dish cooked with vegetables such as tomatoes and peppers, while Georgian chikhirtma is a different dish, commonly prepared as a chicken soup. Their similar-sounding names can cause confusion, but their usual ingredients and formats differ.
Chicken Çığırtma comes from Azerbaijani cuisine. It is a traditional home-style chicken dish, and recipes can differ between households. Tomatoes and peppers are characteristic ingredients, while some cooks add eggplant.
Chicken Çığırtma may contain eggplant, but it is not essential to every version. Tomatoes and peppers are the more consistent vegetables. If you add eggplant, cook it with the chicken until tender so it absorbs the flavors of the dish.
Tomatoes and peppers are the main vegetables in Chicken Çığırtma, and some recipes include eggplant. The exact mix varies by cook. Cutting the vegetables into pieces that hold their shape helps them cook alongside the chicken without disappearing into the sauce.
Yes, Chicken Çığırtma can be made with boneless chicken. Bone-in thighs or drumsticks are also common choices and can give the cooking juices a fuller flavor. If using breast meat, avoid overcooking it, since it can dry out sooner than dark meat.
Serve Chicken Çığırtma with rice, flatbread, or another simple grain to soak up its tomato-and-pepper juices. A crisp salad or plain yogurt makes a fresh contrast without competing with the savory chicken and vegetables.
Yes, you can cook Chicken Çığırtma ahead and refrigerate it once it has cooled. Its flavors may meld as it rests. Reheat it gently on the stove, adding a little water if the sauce has thickened too much.
Chicken Çığırtma is usually cooked on the stovetop in a pot or deep pan, where the chicken simmers with the vegetables. An oven can also be used, but cover the dish so the chicken stays moist and the sauce does not dry out.
Vitamins
B3
7.38mg · 46% DV
B6
0.68mg · 40% DV
B5
1.26mg · 25% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
468mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chicken Çığırtma is a traditional Azerbaijani chicken dish, cooked with tomatoes and peppers; some versions also include eggplant. As the vegetables soften, they release their juices into the pan, giving the chicken a tender texture and a savoury, gently sweet sauce.
It is usually served hot as a main course, often with bread, rice or another simple side to catch the sauce. For English-speaking diners, it makes an easy centrepiece for a family meal and pairs well with a fresh salad or plain yogurt. It provides a useful amount of protein, while remaining relatively low in carbohydrates. Use a measured amount of oil and add extra vegetables for a lighter plate.
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
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.