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High protein, pan-fried without oil
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chicken pan-fried without oil (120 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 37.2 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 16.4 mg of B3 covers 103% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
198
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
37.2g
· 74% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 79% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 89 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 37.2 g | 74% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 198 kcal |
| 2 ounce (small) | 56 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 135 g | 223 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 297 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 363 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Cook chicken pan-fried without oil in a preheated nonstick or well-seasoned skillet over medium heat. Arrange the pieces in a single layer and turn them as they brown; lower the heat if the outside is cooking faster than the center.
Use a clean nonstick skillet or a properly seasoned cast-iron pan, and let it heat before adding the chicken. If the meat resists when you try to turn it, give it more time instead of scraping it loose.
Keep the pieces a similar thickness and avoid cooking them longer than needed. Chicken breast dries out quickly, so flattening thick sections helps them cook evenly; let the cooked pieces rest briefly before cutting so the juices do not run out at once.
Yes, but chicken is more likely to stick to stainless steel than to a nonstick pan. Preheat the pan, add dry chicken, and wait until a browned surface forms before turning it; forcing it loose can tear the meat.
Paprika, black pepper, garlic, thyme, and lemon zest all work well with chicken pan-fried without oil. Add salt and spices before cooking, but keep the heat moderate so dry seasonings and minced garlic do not scorch.
Usually, leave the pan uncovered while browning the chicken. Cover it briefly if the pieces are thick and need help cooking through, but the trapped steam softens the browned surface rather than keeping it crisp.
It is safer and more even to thaw chicken in the refrigerator before pan-frying it without oil. Frozen pieces can brown outside while remaining undercooked inside, and thawing them first also makes seasoning and portioning easier.
Check the thickest part with a food thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C). If you do not have one, cut into the thickest section and make sure the meat is opaque throughout, with no raw-looking center.
Store cooked chicken pan-fried without oil in a covered container in the refrigerator for three to four days. Refrigerate it promptly after the meal, and reheat leftovers until steaming hot throughout.
Yes, chicken pan-fried without oil works well for meal prep when you cool and refrigerate it promptly in sealed portions. Keep sauces or fresh toppings separate, then reheat the chicken gently with a splash of water to reduce drying.
Vitamins
B3
16.44mg · 103% DV
B6
0.72mg · 42% DV
B5
1.2mg · 24% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
264mg · 38% DV
Zinc
1.2mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
307mg · 9% DV
Sodium
89mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 198 calories in 1 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 pan-fried without oil is made by cooking chicken pieces in a hot non-stick or well-seasoned pan without adding cooking fat. The chicken releases some of its own juices as it cooks; seasoning, browning and the cut of meat shape the final flavour and texture.
It makes an easy lunch or dinner, served with vegetables, salad, potatoes or grains. The result can be pleasantly browned outside and tender inside, though lean breast meat may turn dry if cooked for too long. With 31 g of protein per 100 g, it is a protein-rich choice. Add herbs, spices or a squeeze of lemon for flavour, and pair it with vegetables for a balanced 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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.