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Chicken Mandi Calories
Traditional Yemeni spiced rice and chicken dish with protein
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chicken Mandi (300 g) has 552 calories. That works out to 184 calories per 100 g. It contains 69.3 g of carbs, 37.5 g of protein, 14.4 g of fat and 3.3 g of fiber. Its 12.6 mg of B3 covers 79% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken Mandi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 300 g
552
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
69.3g
· 25% DV
Protein
37.5g
· 75% DV
Fat
14.4g
· 18% DV
Fiber
3.3g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 27% · Fat 23%
Chicken Mandi nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (300 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 552 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.4 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 3.15 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 720 mg | 31% |
| Total carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% |
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Chicken Mandi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 552 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 184 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 150 g | 276 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 331 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 460 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 360 g | 662 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 736 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 550 g | 1012 kcal |
Calculated from 184 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Mandi
What is Chicken Mandi?
Chicken Mandi is a Yemeni dish of spiced rice served with chicken, traditionally cooked in a tandoor or underground oven. The chicken’s juices season the rice, and the traditional cooking method gives the dish its characteristic smoky aroma.
How do you make Chicken Mandi at home?
To make Chicken Mandi, season the chicken with spices and roast it while cooking long-grain rice with broth and aromatics. Serve the chicken over the rice; roasting the chicken separately is a practical way to recreate the dish in a home kitchen.
Why is Chicken Mandi called mandi?
The name Chicken Mandi is commonly linked to the Arabic word “nada,” meaning dew, referring to the meat’s tender, moist texture. The dish is especially associated with Yemen’s Hadhramaut region and its traditional underground cooking method.
What is the difference between Chicken Mandi and chicken biryani?
Chicken Mandi is a Yemeni rice dish known for chicken cooked with a smoky, roasted flavor and relatively distinct rice grains. Chicken biryani is South Asian and often layers or mixes marinated chicken with rice and a different blend of spices.
What spices are used in Chicken Mandi?
Chicken Mandi commonly uses warm spices such as cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and black pepper. Recipes vary by region and household; dried lime or saffron may also appear, so there is no single fixed spice blend.
How do you get a smoky flavor in Chicken Mandi without a tandoor?
You can give Chicken Mandi a smoky aroma by roasting the chicken until browned and briefly infusing the finished dish with smoke from a small piece of hot charcoal. Keep the charcoal on a separate heatproof surface and remove it before serving.
What rice is best for Chicken Mandi?
Long-grain basmati rice is a popular choice for Chicken Mandi because its grains stay separate and absorb the spiced cooking liquid. Rinse the rice before cooking, and avoid stirring it repeatedly once it begins to simmer.
What do you serve with Chicken Mandi?
Chicken Mandi is often served with a spicy tomato salsa, known in some Yemeni meals as sahawiq, and sometimes plain yogurt. A crisp salad also works well alongside the rich, aromatic rice and roasted chicken.
Can you make Chicken Mandi ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Chicken Mandi ahead by cooking the rice and chicken separately, then refrigerating them promptly in covered containers. Reheat both until steaming hot and assemble just before serving to keep the chicken from softening the rice.
Is Chicken Mandi healthy?
Chicken Mandi can make a filling meal, with chicken providing protein and rice supplying energy. Its overall balance depends on the portion and how much oil is used; serving it with vegetables and moderating the rice portion can make the meal more balanced.
Chicken Mandi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
12.6mg · 79% DV
B6
0.72mg · 42% DV
B5
1.35mg · 27% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
44µg · 80% DV
Phosphorus
396mg · 57% DV
Manganese
1.14mg · 50% DV
Copper
0.33mg · 37% DV
Sodium
720mg · 31% DV
Potassium ⭐
465mg · 14% DV
Chicken Mandi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken Mandi
To burn the 552 calories in 1 serving (medium) (300 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Chicken Mandi?
Chicken Mandi is a traditional Yemeni dish, especially associated with the Hadhramaut region, made with spiced rice and chicken. The meat and rice are cooked together; traditional preparations can use a covered oven or pit-style cooking to give the dish its characteristic smoky aroma.
The rice is fragrant and tender, while the chicken is usually soft and richly seasoned. It is often served as a generous shared meal, with salad or a tangy sauce alongside. In Turkey, you can serve it as a filling main course with a fresh salad and yoghurt. Chicken Mandi gets protein from the chicken—12.5 g per 100 g—and a lighter plate can be made by serving a smaller portion of rice with extra vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Chicken Mandi?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Mandi 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 Mandi Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chicken Mandi Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chicken Mandi Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18:1).
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