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Rich in protein and B vitamins, combination of chicken and mushrooms
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Chicken sautéed with mushrooms (180 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 28.4 g of protein, 7.6 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 11 mg of B3 covers 69% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chicken sautéed with mushrooms is a homestyle dish of bite-sized chicken cooked in a pan with sliced mushrooms. It is a familiar kind of meal in Turkish home cooking, where the chicken is lightly browned and the mushrooms soften into a savoury, gently glossy sauce; some cooks add onion or pepper, too.
The chicken stays tender while the mushrooms bring an earthy flavour, making the dish hearty without feeling especially heavy. In Turkey, it is commonly served for dinner with rice or bulgur pilaf, salad and sometimes yoghurt, with bread handy for the sauce. It is protein-rich and relatively low in carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and pair it with plenty of salad or vegetables.
Selected: 100 g
120
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
15.8g
· 32% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 56% · Fat 33%
Vitamins
B3
6.1mg · 38% DV
Biotin
7µg · 23% DV
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
B5
0.85mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
155mg · 22% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Sodium
220mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
340mg · 10% 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.5:1).
Brown bite-size chicken pieces in a hot pan, then add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release and then lose most of their liquid. Season to taste and cook until the chicken is fully done; serve while hot.
Yes, boneless chicken thighs work well in chicken sautéed with mushrooms and stay juicy, while breast meat cooks faster and is leaner. Cut the pieces evenly so they finish cooking at the same time.
Use a wide, hot pan and cook the mushrooms in batches if needed. Crowding traps steam and makes them release liquid; wait until that liquid cooks off before adding any extra sauce.
Button mushrooms are an easy, reliable choice for chicken sautéed with mushrooms, while cremini mushrooms bring a deeper, earthier flavor. Wipe them clean or rinse briefly, then dry them well so they brown instead of steam.
A simple pan sauce of stock, garlic, and herbs complements chicken sautéed with mushrooms without hiding their flavor. For a richer version, stir in cream after the chicken and mushrooms are cooked, then warm gently.
Serve chicken sautéed with mushrooms over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up the pan sauce. A crisp green salad or steamed vegetables make a lighter side and balance the savory dish.
Yes, chicken sautéed with mushrooms can be cooked ahead and refrigerated in a covered container within two hours of cooking. It keeps for 3–4 days in the fridge; store the sauce with the chicken to help it stay moist.
Reheat chicken sautéed with mushrooms in a covered pan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until hot throughout. Add a splash of water or stock if the sauce has thickened; avoid prolonged heating, which can dry out the chicken.
Yes, chicken sautéed with mushrooms can be frozen in airtight, meal-size containers. The mushrooms may soften and release liquid after thawing, so thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly, stirring the sauce back together.
Chicken sautéed with mushrooms can fit a weight-loss meal when prepared with modest oil and without a heavy cream sauce. Pair it with vegetables or salad, and choose a portion that suits your appetite.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.