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Chicken pie with requeijão Calories
Creamy chicken, requeijão cheese, pastry pie
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chicken pie with requeijão (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.6 g of carbs, 12.6 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 2.5 mg of B3 covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken pie with requeijão Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
252
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
21.6g
· 8% DV
Protein
12.6g
· 25% DV
Fat
12.6g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 20% · Fat 45%
Chicken pie with requeijão nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.6 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% |
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 Medium Chicken pie with requeijão?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken pie with requeijão
What is chicken pie with requeijão?
Chicken pie with requeijão is a savory pie filled with cooked chicken and Brazil’s creamy, spreadable requeijão cheese. Recipes vary, but the cheese makes the filling softer and richer than a plain chicken pie filling.
How do you make chicken pie with requeijão?
To make chicken pie with requeijão, cook shredded chicken with aromatics and seasonings, then stir in requeijão. Enclose the cooled filling in pie pastry and bake until the pastry is golden and the center is hot.
What is requeijão in chicken pie with requeijão?
Requeijão is a soft, creamy Brazilian dairy spread, not a firm cheese that can be grated. In chicken pie with requeijão, it melts into the filling; cream cheese can approximate its texture, though the flavor will differ.
Is chicken pie with requeijão Brazilian?
Chicken pie with requeijão is associated with Brazilian-style chicken pies, including torta de frango and empadão variations. Recipes differ in their crusts and seasonings, while the combination of chicken and creamy requeijão is a familiar Brazilian filling.
Why is the filling in chicken pie with requeijão watery?
The filling in chicken pie with requeijão is usually watery because the chicken or vegetables released liquid that was not cooked off. Simmer the filling until thick, then cool it before adding it to the pastry.
Can you use cream cheese instead of requeijão in chicken pie with requeijão?
Yes, cream cheese can replace requeijão in chicken pie with requeijão when the Brazilian spread is unavailable. It is firmer and tangier, so soften it before mixing and add a little milk if the filling needs loosening.
Can chicken pie with requeijão be made ahead?
Yes, you can prepare the filling for chicken pie with requeijão ahead of time and refrigerate it in a covered container. Cool it completely before assembling the pie, since warm filling can soften the pastry and make it harder to handle.
How should you reheat chicken pie with requeijão?
Reheat chicken pie with requeijão in an oven until the center is hot and the crust has crisped again. A microwave works for a quick portion, but it tends to leave the pastry soft rather than flaky.
What should you serve with chicken pie with requeijão?
Serve chicken pie with requeijão with a crisp green salad or lightly dressed vegetables. Their fresh, sharp flavors balance the creamy chicken filling, making the pie a satisfying lunch or dinner without another rich side.
Can you freeze chicken pie with requeijão?
Yes, chicken pie with requeijão can be frozen after baking and cooling completely. Wrap portions tightly, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat in the oven; the pastry may be less crisp than when freshly baked.
Chicken pie with requeijão Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
114mg · 16% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Zinc
0.84mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Chicken pie with requeijão Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken pie with requeijão
To burn the 252 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chicken pie with requeijão?
Chicken pie with requeijão is a savoury baked pastry filled with cooked chicken and requeijão, a soft, spreadable Brazilian cheese. The filling is creamy and the pastry is baked around it as a pie, with recipes varying in crust and seasoning.
Serve it warm or at room temperature, cut into slices or portions. In Brazil, chicken-filled pastries and pies are popular snacks and casual meals; elsewhere, it also fits easily into a lunch or picnic spread. The chicken contributes protein, while the pastry makes it more substantial. Pair a slice with a crisp salad, or add vegetables to the filling and use a lighter crust for a less rich meal.
How Nutritious Is Chicken pie with requeijão?
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 pie with requeijão 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 pie with requeijão Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken pie with requeijão 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 pie with requeijão Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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