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Lean protein, low fat, grilled preparation
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Chicken Grilled Meatball (120 g) has 174 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 25.8 g of protein, 6.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 9.4 mg of B3 covers 59% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 120 g
174
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
25.8g
· 52% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 61% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.2 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.56 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 408 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 116 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 218 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 160 g | 232 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 200 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
To keep a Chicken Grilled Meatball juicy, avoid overcooking it and don't knead the mixture more than needed. Ground chicken with a little more fat tends to stay juicier than very lean breast meat; make the patties evenly thick so they cook consistently.
Yes, you can make a Chicken Grilled Meatball without breadcrumbs. Use egg or finely ground oats as a binder if the mixture feels loose, or chill the shaped patties before grilling so they hold together more easily.
A Chicken Grilled Meatball should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Check the center of the thickest patty with a food thermometer; cooking time varies with patty size and grill heat, so color alone is not a reliable safety check.
Yes, a Chicken Grilled Meatball can be cooked in an air fryer. Arrange the patties in a single layer with space between them, turn them as needed for even browning, and confirm the center reaches 165°F (74°C).
Garlic, black pepper, paprika, parsley, and a little onion work well in a Chicken Grilled Meatball. Keep wet additions modest so the mixture stays firm enough to shape and the patties brown instead of steaming on the grill.
Yes, a Chicken Grilled Meatball can be cooked on an outdoor barbecue. Use a clean, well-oiled grate and medium heat; a grilling basket or lightly oiled foil helps prevent lean patties from sticking or breaking apart.
Yes, you can freeze a Chicken Grilled Meatball raw or cooked. Freeze the patties in a single layer first, then transfer them to an airtight container; thaw raw patties in the refrigerator before grilling.
Cooked Chicken Grilled Meatballs keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly rather than leaving them out, and reheat until the center is steaming hot.
A Chicken Grilled Meatball pairs well with a crisp salad, grilled vegetables, rice, or flatbread. For an easy meal, serve it in a pita with lettuce and a yogurt-based sauce.
It can be made from chicken breast, but a Chicken Grilled Meatball may also use thigh meat or a blend. Breast meat gives a leaner, firmer patty, while thigh meat usually makes it more tender and juicy.
Vitamins
B3
9.36mg · 59% DV
B6
0.74mg · 44% DV
B5
1.08mg · 22% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Sodium
408mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 174 calories in 3 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Chicken grilled meatball is a Turkish-style köfte made by shaping minced chicken with seasonings and cooking it over a grill. It offers a poultry-based take on the familiar grilled meatball, and recipes vary in the herbs and spices used.
The outside is lightly browned while the centre stays tender; it is commonly served hot with rice, salad, grilled vegetables or flatbread. In Turkey it can be part of a simple lunch or dinner, while elsewhere it also works well in a wrap or alongside a grain bowl. With 21.5 g of protein per 100 g, it makes a protein-forward choice. Pair it with vegetables and go easy on added oil 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.