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Chicken manti with yogurt Calories
Traditional Turkish dumplings filled with chicken, served with yogurt sauce.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chicken manti with yogurt (180 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.6 g of carbs, 15.3 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 162 mg of Phosphorus covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken manti with yogurt Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
306
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
39.6g
· 14% DV
Protein
15.3g
· 31% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% 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 52% · Protein 20% · Fat 28%
Chicken manti with yogurt nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.88 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 702 mg | 31% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% |
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 manti with yogurt?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 150 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 425 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 510 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken manti with yogurt
What is chicken manti with yogurt?
Chicken manti with yogurt is a Turkish-style dumpling dish: small pieces of dough are filled with chicken, cooked, and served with yogurt. Garlic yogurt and a drizzle of spiced butter are common toppings, though recipes vary.
How do you make chicken manti with yogurt at home?
To make chicken manti with yogurt, roll out dough, cut it into small squares, add a little chicken filling, and seal the corners. Boil the dumplings until cooked through, then serve them with yogurt and any toppings you like.
Is chicken manti with yogurt the same as Turkish meat manti?
They are related, but not quite the same: traditional Turkish manti is commonly filled with minced meat, while chicken manti uses chicken. Both are dough dumplings often served with yogurt, and sometimes with a spiced butter topping.
Should chicken manti with yogurt be served with garlic yogurt?
Garlic yogurt is a common choice for chicken manti, but it is not essential. Stir crushed garlic into plain yogurt and spoon it over the cooked dumplings; use unsweetened, unflavoured yogurt so it complements the savoury filling.
How do you stop chicken manti from opening while cooking?
Keep the filling small and seal the dough edges firmly so chicken manti stays closed in the pot. Add the dumplings gently to simmering water rather than dropping them into a vigorous boil, and stir carefully to avoid tearing them.
What sauce goes on chicken manti with yogurt?
Chicken manti with yogurt is often finished with melted butter seasoned with paprika or red pepper flakes. Spoon the sauce over the yogurt just before serving; adding it at the table keeps the dumplings from sitting under the topping.
Can you freeze chicken manti with yogurt?
Yes, freeze the dumplings before cooking for the best texture, arranging them separately until firm before packing them in a freezer-safe container. Cook them straight from frozen, and prepare the yogurt sauce fresh rather than freezing it with the dumplings.
How should you reheat leftover chicken manti with yogurt?
Reheat leftover chicken manti gently in a covered pan with a splash of water, or warm it briefly in the microwave. If possible, store the yogurt separately and add it after reheating, since heating yogurt can make its texture grainy.
What can you serve with chicken manti with yogurt?
A crisp salad or a light vegetable soup pairs well with chicken manti with yogurt and balances its soft, rich dumplings. Since the dish already comes with yogurt, you do not need another creamy side.
Can you use leftover roast chicken to make chicken manti with yogurt?
Yes, finely chopped leftover roast chicken can work in chicken manti with yogurt. Mix it with finely chopped onion and seasoning, and keep the filling moist but not wet so the dough seals properly and does not split during cooking.
Chicken manti with yogurt Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B5
0.81mg · 16% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
B3
2.34mg · 15% DV
B6
0.23mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Sodium
702mg · 31% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
162mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
Chicken manti with yogurt Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken manti with yogurt
To burn the 306 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 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 manti with yogurt?
Chicken manti with yogurt is a Turkish take on manti: small pieces of thin dough folded around a minced chicken filling, then cooked until tender. The dumplings may vary in size and shape, especially when made at home.
In Turkey, they’re usually served hot with garlicky yogurt and often finished with butter seasoned with red pepper. They make a satisfying main dish, with a fresh salad alongside; outside Turkey, they also work well as a comforting homemade meal. The dough provides much of the energy, while the chicken adds protein—about 8.5 g per 100 g. For a lighter serving, use less butter and pair the dumplings with extra yogurt and vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Chicken manti with yogurt?
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 manti with yogurt Processed?
NOVA 3
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 manti with yogurt Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken manti with yogurt Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chicken manti with yogurt Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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