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Chicken Perde Pilaf Calories
Chicken and almond rice pilaf baked in a pastry crust
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chicken Perde Pilaf (220 g) has 486 calories. That works out to 221 calories per 100 g. It contains 59 g of carbs, 20 g of protein, 18.5 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 9.9 mg of B3 covers 62% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken Perde Pilaf Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
486
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
59g
· 21% DV
Protein
20g
· 40% DV
Fat
18.5g
· 24% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 17% · Fat 34%
Chicken Perde Pilaf nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (220 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.5 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 5.41 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 651 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 59 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 20 g | 40% |
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 Perde Pilaf?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 199 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 221 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 130 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 180 g | 398 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 190 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 285 g | 630 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 707 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 700 g | 1547 kcal |
Calculated from 221 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Perde Pilaf
What is Chicken Perde Pilaf?
Chicken Perde Pilaf is a Turkish dish of spiced rice and chicken baked inside a thin pastry casing. Almonds are commonly added to the filling, and the browned pastry is opened or cut at the table to reveal the pilaf.
Where does Chicken Perde Pilaf come from?
Chicken Perde Pilaf is especially associated with Siirt, in southeastern Turkey. It is often served at weddings and other gatherings, though family recipes vary in their spices, dried fruit, and pastry.
Why is it called Chicken Perde Pilaf?
“Perde” means “curtain” in Turkish, referring to the pastry that covers the rice filling. The name describes how the outer layer conceals the pilaf until the baked dish is opened for serving.
What is usually inside Chicken Perde Pilaf?
Chicken Perde Pilaf typically contains rice, cooked chicken, almonds, and spices. Some versions add currants or other dried fruit, while the enclosing dough is commonly made with flour, eggs, and yogurt.
How do you make Chicken Perde Pilaf?
Cook the chicken and prepare seasoned rice for the filling, then line an oven-safe pot with thin dough. Add the filling, seal it with more dough, and bake until the pastry is golden and cooked through.
What is the difference between Chicken Perde Pilaf and regular chicken pilaf?
Chicken Perde Pilaf is enclosed in pastry and baked, while regular chicken pilaf is cooked and served without a pastry shell. That casing gives perde pilaf its distinctive browned exterior and makes it a dramatic dish to serve.
Can you use puff pastry for Chicken Perde Pilaf?
Yes, puff pastry can be used as a shortcut, but it produces a richer, flakier crust than the thinner dough used in traditional Chicken Perde Pilaf. Seal the edges well so the rice filling stays inside while baking.
How do you stop Chicken Perde Pilaf from sticking to the pan?
Grease the oven-safe pot thoroughly before lining it with dough, making sure to reach the sides and corners. Let the baked pilaf rest briefly before turning it out; this helps the crust release without breaking.
What should you serve with Chicken Perde Pilaf?
Serve Chicken Perde Pilaf with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or a light soup. Since the dish already includes rice and chicken, fresh or tangy sides complement it without making the meal feel overly heavy.
Can Chicken Perde Pilaf be made ahead and reheated?
You can prepare the filling ahead, but assemble and bake the pastry close to serving time for the crispest crust. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and reheat them in the oven to help the pastry keep its texture.
Chicken Perde Pilaf Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
9.9mg · 62% DV
B6
0.68mg · 40% DV
Biotin
9.02µg · 30% DV
B5
1.39mg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Manganese
0.95mg · 41% DV
Phosphorus
282mg · 40% DV
Copper
0.31mg · 34% DV
Sodium
651mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
332mg · 10% DV
Chicken Perde Pilaf Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken Perde Pilaf
To burn the 486 calories in 1 serving (medium) (220 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 Perde Pilaf?
Chicken perde pilaf is a celebratory dish associated with Siirt in southeastern Turkey. Rice cooked with chicken and almonds is enclosed in a thin pastry shell and baked in a mould. The crust turns golden while the filling stays tender and fragrant, with the savoury rice and nutty notes of the almonds at its centre.
It is commonly served at weddings and special gatherings, brought to the table whole and turned out of its mould before being sliced. A modest portion works well as a main course with a fresh salad or vegetables alongside. It provides 9.1 g of protein per 100 g, while the pastry and rice make it a substantial meal; a lighter side keeps the plate balanced.
How Nutritious Is Chicken Perde Pilaf?
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 Perde Pilaf 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 Perde Pilaf Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken Perde Pilaf 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 Perde Pilaf Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.41g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28.4:1).
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