Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Chicken cooked with milk Calories
High protein, contains some calcium due to cooking with milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chicken cooked with milk (140 g) has 231 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 38.5 g of protein, 7.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 15.1 mg of B3 covers 95% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chicken cooked with milk Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
231
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
38.5g
· 77% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 67% · Fat 28%
Chicken cooked with milk nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (140 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 231 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.03 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 109 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Medium Chicken cooked with milk?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 20 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 149 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 150 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 396 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken cooked with milk
Why cook chicken with milk?
Cooking chicken with milk gives it a mild, creamy sauce and can help keep the meat moist during gentle simmering. Aromatics such as garlic, pepper, and herbs flavor the milk as it cooks, so the sauce can be served with the chicken.
How do you make chicken cooked with milk?
Brown the chicken lightly, add milk with seasonings, then simmer gently until the thickest part is fully cooked. Keep the heat low and stir the sauce from time to time so the milk does not scorch on the bottom of the pan.
How do you stop the milk from curdling in chicken cooked with milk?
Keep the heat low after adding milk, and avoid a hard boil. Very acidic ingredients such as lemon juice or wine can also make the milk split, so add them sparingly or serve them separately rather than stirring them into the sauce.
Can you make chicken cooked with milk using coconut milk?
Yes, coconut milk can replace dairy milk in chicken cooked with milk, but it gives the dish a distinct coconut flavor and a richer sauce. Use unsweetened coconut milk, and simmer gently because high heat can cause the sauce to separate.
Does milk make chicken cooked with milk more tender?
Milk can help chicken cooked with milk stay moist because the meat simmers gently in liquid. It is not a guaranteed tenderizer, though: overcooking, especially lean breast meat, can still make the chicken dry.
Can you bake chicken cooked with milk instead of simmering it on the stove?
Yes, chicken cooked with milk can be baked in a deep oven-safe dish. Cover it for most of the cooking so the chicken stays moist, and uncover it near the end if you want the sauce to reduce; check that the meat is fully cooked.
Which herbs go best in chicken cooked with milk?
Garlic, black pepper, thyme, and bay leaf pair well with chicken cooked with milk without overpowering its creamy flavor. Add woody herbs early so they infuse the sauce, and finish with delicate fresh herbs after cooking.
What should you serve with chicken cooked with milk?
Serve chicken cooked with milk with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to make use of the creamy sauce. Roasted greens or a crisp salad add contrast and keep the meal from feeling too rich.
How long do leftovers of chicken cooked with milk keep?
Refrigerate leftover chicken cooked with milk promptly in a covered container and eat it within 3–4 days. Discard it if it has been left at room temperature for too long or develops an unusual smell or texture.
Can you reheat chicken cooked with milk without the sauce separating?
Usually, yes: reheat chicken cooked with milk gently on the stove and stir the sauce often. Avoid boiling it; if the sauce has thickened in the refrigerator, loosen it with a small splash of milk or water.
Chicken cooked with milk Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
15.12mg · 95% DV
B6
0.81mg · 48% DV
B5
1.89mg · 38% DV
Biotin
7µg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
315mg · 45% DV
Zinc
1.4mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
399mg · 12% DV
Sodium
109mg · 5% DV
Chicken cooked with milk Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken cooked with milk
To burn the 231 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
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 cooked with milk?
Chicken cooked with milk is a simple, home-style dish made by gently simmering chicken pieces in milk until tender. It is better understood as a cooking method found in home kitchens than as a dish tied to one specific region; cooks may add aromatics or herbs to build flavour.
The milk gives the chicken a mild, creamy taste and helps keep the meat moist. Serve it with rice, potatoes, bread or vegetables as a main meal. It is protein-rich, with 27.5 g of protein per 100 g, and the milk contributes some calcium. For a lighter plate, choose skinless chicken and keep the sauce loose rather than reducing it heavily.
How Nutritious Is Chicken cooked with milk?
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 cooked with milk 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 cooked with milk Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken cooked with milk Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chicken cooked with milk Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.2:1).
Compare Chicken cooked with milk
Foods Similar to Chicken cooked with milk
Have another question about Chicken cooked with milk?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.