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Rich in protein, iron and B12, with vitamin C from peppers.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chicken gizzard and pepper sauté (180 g) has 297 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 32.8 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 3.2 µg of B12 covers 135% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
297
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
32.8g
· 66% DV
Fat
14.6g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 12% · Protein 44% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 297 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.6 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 3.87 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% |
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 | 297 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 18 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 46 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (chopped) | 55 g | 91 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 85 g | 140 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 170 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 413 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Cook the gizzards gently with a little liquid until tender, then add the peppers near the end. Gizzards are a firm, muscular cut, so rushing them over high heat can leave them chewy.
Chicken gizzard and pepper sauté is made with the gizzard, a muscular part of a chicken’s digestive tract that grinds food. It is a distinct organ meat, not a piece of breast or thigh.
Boiling is not essential, but simmering the gizzards before sautéing can help make chicken gizzard and pepper sauté more tender. Add the peppers after the gizzards soften so they keep their texture.
Chicken gizzard and pepper sauté is often chewy because the gizzards were cooked too quickly or not long enough to soften. Gentle cooking with moisture helps break down their firm texture before you finish the dish in the pan.
Bell peppers work well in chicken gizzard and pepper sauté, while long green peppers give it a sharper, more savory flavor. Mix sweet and hot varieties if you want both color and extra heat.
Yes, you can freeze chicken gizzard and pepper sauté in a sealed freezer-safe container once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the peppers may be softer after freezing.
Serve chicken gizzard and pepper sauté with rice, crusty bread, potatoes, or a simple salad. A cooling yogurt side also works well with the savory gizzards and peppers.
Add fresh chili, hot pepper flakes, or a little cayenne to chicken gizzard and pepper sauté. Add a small amount first, taste as it cooks, and adjust the heat without overpowering the gizzards.
Chicken gizzard and pepper sauté provides protein, iron, and vitamin B12, while the peppers contribute vitamin C. The amount of added salt and oil depends on how the dish is prepared.
Chicken gizzard and pepper sauté does not have one widely established origin or a single canonical recipe. Gizzards are cooked with peppers in different home-cooking traditions, with seasonings and cooking methods varying by region.
Vitamins
B12
3.24µg · 135% DV
Vitamin C
68.4mg · 76% DV
B3
8.82mg · 55% DV
B5
1.89mg · 38% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Zinc
5.58mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
342mg · 49% DV
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Sodium
576mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
504mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 297 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Chicken gizzard and pepper sauté is a homestyle dish made by cooking cleaned chicken gizzards with peppers until tender. Gizzards are a muscular part of the bird’s digestive system; when properly cooked, they have a firm, pleasantly chewy texture and a concentrated savoury flavour. The peppers bring sweetness and keep the pan dish from feeling too heavy.
It is served hot as a main or a shared plate, often with rice, potatoes or bread and a simple salad. It is protein-rich and also provides iron and B12, while the peppers contribute vitamin C. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and add extra peppers or other vegetables.
Very 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.87g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.