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Chicken sautéed with low oil is a protein-rich, low-fat, healthy main dish.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Chicken sautéed with low oil (150 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 33.8 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 13.1 mg of B3 covers 82% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chicken sautéed with low oil is a simple Turkish-style home-cooked dish: pieces of chicken are quickly cooked in a pan with a small amount of oil, often alongside onion, peppers or tomato. The vegetables and seasonings vary by household. The chicken stays tender, while the pan juices and softened vegetables make the dish savoury and easy to pair with other foods.
In Turkey it is commonly served for lunch or dinner with rice, bulgur or a salad, sometimes with yoghurt on the side. It is protein-forward and relatively low in fat; a 100 g portion provides 22.5 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use only enough oil to cook the chicken and add extra vegetables.
Selected: 100 g
120
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
22.5g
· 45% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% 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 4% · Protein 73% · Fat 23%
Vitamins
B3
8.7mg · 54% DV
B6
0.5mg · 29% DV
B5
1.1mg · 22% DV
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
270mg · 8% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 120 calories in 100 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.
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
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.3:1).
Chicken sautéed with low oil is less likely to stick when the pan is properly hot before the chicken goes in. Pat the pieces dry, add a thin coating of oil, and leave them undisturbed briefly so they can brown before turning.
Thaw chicken completely in the refrigerator before making chicken sautéed with low oil. Frozen or partly frozen pieces release extra water and cook unevenly, making it harder to brown the meat safely and keep the vegetables from becoming watery.
Garlic, black pepper, paprika, and dried herbs such as oregano work well in chicken sautéed with low oil. Add delicate herbs near the end, and season gradually if you are also using salty stock, soy sauce, or a prepared seasoning blend.
Brown the chicken first for chicken sautéed with low oil, then set it aside while you cook vegetables that need longer, such as onions or peppers. Return the chicken to the pan to finish cooking, so the vegetables do not overcook while the meat browns.
Chicken sautéed with low oil is designed for a pan, but its seasoned chicken pieces can be cooked in an air fryer. Cook the vegetables separately or add them only if your appliance allows enough space for the chicken to cook without overcrowding.
Reheat chicken sautéed with low oil gently in a covered pan with a small splash of water or broth. Stir occasionally and stop as soon as it is steaming hot throughout; prolonged reheating makes lean chicken dry and chewy.
Yes, chicken sautéed with low oil can be prepared ahead and divided into meal-sized portions after cooking. Cool it promptly, refrigerate it in sealed containers, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat to preserve texture and avoid repeated warming.
Chicken sautéed with low oil can fit a weight-loss meal because it uses little added oil and pairs well with vegetables. Keep an eye on calorie-dense additions such as creamy sauces and large servings of rice, rather than relying on the dish name alone.
Yes, chicken sautéed with low oil can be made without tomatoes. Use onions, peppers, or mushrooms for moisture and flavor, and add a small splash of water or broth if the pan becomes too dry before the chicken is cooked through.
Chicken sautéed with low oil is a home-style pan dish cooked with a small amount of oil, often with onion, pepper, or tomato. Stir-fry usually uses higher heat, frequent tossing, and quickly cooked vegetables, often with a sauce inspired by East Asian cooking.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.