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High-protein sandwich on mixed wheat-rye bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread (180 g) has 428 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.5 g of carbs, 27.4 g of protein, 17.6 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 9.7 mg of B3 covers 61% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
428
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
38.5g
· 14% DV
Protein
27.4g
· 55% DV
Fat
17.6g
· 23% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 26% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 428 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.6 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 774 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 ounce (shredded) | 28 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 71 kcal |
| 2 slice (thick) | 70 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 214 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 160 g | 381 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 524 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 595 kcal |
Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.
To make a chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread, layer cooked chicken with crisp vegetables and a thin spread of sauce between the slices. Cook raw chicken fully before assembling, and add wet ingredients just before serving to keep the bread from getting soggy.
A chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread can be served either hot or cold. For a toasted version, warm the bread and chicken, then add lettuce or other fresh toppings afterward so they stay crisp.
Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and pickled onions all work well on a chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread. Add cheese or avocado for a richer sandwich, or keep the toppings simple so the chicken's flavor comes through.
Freezing a fully assembled chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread is not ideal because lettuce, tomato, and sauces turn watery after thawing. Freeze cooked chicken separately, then thaw it safely and assemble the sandwich with fresh toppings when needed.
Keep a chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread from getting soggy by packing the chicken and wet toppings separately, or placing lettuce between the bread and moist fillings. Refrigerate it until lunch and use an insulated lunch bag with a cold pack.
Greek yogurt, mashed avocado, hummus, or mustard can replace mayonnaise in a chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread. Yogurt with lemon and herbs gives a tangy, creamy spread; use only a thin layer to avoid softening the bread.
Grilled chicken gives a chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread a leaner, less greasy filling, while fried chicken adds crunch and a richer taste. For crispness without deep-frying, use a hot oven or air fryer and add the chicken just before serving.
A chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread pairs well with a green salad, soup, roasted vegetables, or fruit. For a casual meal, serve it with coleslaw or oven-baked potato wedges instead of fried sides.
Yes, a chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread can be a convenient post-workout meal because it combines chicken with bread. Add vegetables and have water alongside it; the sandwich is most useful when it fits your appetite and usual meal timing.
A chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread should not sit at room temperature for more than two hours, or more than one hour in hot conditions. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and discard a sandwich that has been left out beyond those limits.
Vitamins
B3
9.72mg · 61% DV
B6
0.52mg · 31% DV
B5
1.3mg · 26% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
333mg · 48% DV
Manganese
0.86mg · 37% DV
Sodium
774mg · 34% DV
Potassium ⭐
432mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 428 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.
A chicken sandwich on wheat-rye bread pairs cooked chicken with a loaf made from wheat and rye. Fillings vary, but the bread’s hearty, gently grainy texture gives the tender chicken a satisfying contrast. It is a familiar, convenient meal rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition.
It works well for lunch, a packed meal or a quick bite, and can be served with a simple salad or soup. The chicken makes it a protein-rich sandwich, with 15.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, add fresh vegetables and go easy on rich sauces.
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.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.