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Regional chicken dish, rich in protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chicken germech (220 g) has 370 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.2 g of carbs, 39.2 g of protein, 18.9 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 15 mg of B3 covers 94% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
370
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
9.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
39.2g
· 78% DV
Fat
18.9g
· 24% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 43% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.9 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 4.62 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% |
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) | 220 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 20 g | 34 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (small) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 160 g | 269 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 538 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Chicken germech is a regional chicken dish associated with Turkish cooking. Its recipe is not completely standardized, so ingredients and serving styles can vary between local and family versions.
Chicken germech is made with chicken as its main ingredient, but the rest of the preparation depends on the recipe. Cook the chicken thoroughly and follow the method for the particular regional version you are making.
Chicken germech is a regional Turkish dish, but its name is not consistently tied to one specific town or province. Recipes passed down within families may differ, so it is safest not to assign it a single definitive birthplace.
Chicken is the defining ingredient in chicken germech; the accompanying ingredients and seasonings vary by recipe. There is no single universally followed ingredient list, so a local version may differ from another without either being inauthentic.
Chicken germech can be served with a simple grain side or salad, depending on the version and how filling it is. If the recipe already includes a substantial accompaniment, add vegetables rather than another heavy side.
Yes, you can cook chicken germech ahead and refrigerate it promptly in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, making sure it is hot throughout, rather than repeatedly warming the whole dish.
Chicken pilaf is a rice dish served with or cooked alongside chicken, while chicken germech is known as a regional chicken dish in its own right. The recipes for germech vary, so the two should not be treated as interchangeable names.
For a lighter chicken germech, bake or poach the chicken instead of frying it and use added oil sparingly. Serve it with vegetables or salad, especially if the version you are making already includes a filling side.
Keep cooked chicken germech covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly after serving; discard it if it has been left out for an extended time or shows signs of spoilage.
Chicken germech can fit into a weight-loss meal when the portion and cooking method suit your needs. Using modest amounts of oil and pairing it with vegetables can help keep the meal balanced without relying on oversized grain or bread portions.
Vitamins
B3
14.96mg · 94% DV
B6
0.86mg · 51% DV
B5
1.98mg · 40% DV
Biotin
8.8µg · 29% DV
Minerals
Selenium
37µg · 67% DV
Phosphorus
385mg · 55% DV
Zinc
2.86mg · 26% DV
Sodium
528mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
561mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chicken germech is a regional Turkish dish made with chicken, prepared according to local or household custom. Seasonings and cooking details can vary, so the name may refer to slightly different versions from one kitchen to another. It is served hot as a main dish rather than as a snack.
In Turkey, it fits naturally into a home-cooked meal with rice, bulgur or salad; bread is another simple accompaniment. Chicken germech is protein-rich, with 17.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair it with vegetables or salad and keep the rice or bread portion modest.
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
4.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.