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Protein-rich chicken with a pepper-and-tomato sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chicken with Közlüce Sauce (180 g) has 281 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.6 g of carbs, 39.2 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 15.7 mg of B3 covers 98% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
281
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
39.2g
· 78% DV
Fat
10.4g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 281 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.4 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.43 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 693 mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% |
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 | 281 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 18 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 140 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 130 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 130 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 170 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 343 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
Chicken with Közlüce Sauce is a chicken dish served with a tomato-and-pepper sauce. The name does not point to one universally fixed recipe, so the sauce’s seasoning, texture, and exact pepper choice can vary between preparations.
To make Chicken with Közlüce Sauce, cook the chicken and combine it with a sauce made from tomato and pepper. For a simple version, soften the vegetables, blend or chop them into a sauce, then simmer the cooked chicken in it briefly.
Chicken with Közlüce Sauce is not necessarily spicy. Its heat depends on whether hot peppers are used and how much goes into the sauce; a mild version can be made with sweet peppers and no chilli.
Both chicken breast and thighs work for Chicken with Közlüce Sauce. Breast cooks quickly but can dry out if overcooked, while thighs tend to stay juicier during simmering in the tomato-and-pepper sauce.
Serve Chicken with Közlüce Sauce with rice, bread, or roasted vegetables. The sauce goes well with something that can soak it up, while a crisp salad makes the meal feel fresher.
Yes, Chicken with Közlüce Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated once cooled. The sauce may thicken as it sits, so stir in a little water while reheating if needed.
Keep Chicken with Közlüce Sauce moist by avoiding overcooking, especially if you use breast meat. Cut the chicken into even pieces and finish cooking it gently in the sauce rather than leaving it over high heat.
Cooked Chicken with Közlüce Sauce keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and use a clean utensil when taking out a portion.
Yes, Chicken with Közlüce Sauce can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized portions after it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the sauce’s texture may change slightly but usually comes together when stirred.
Reheat Chicken with Közlüce Sauce gently in a covered pan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, or use a microwave and stir partway through. Heat only the portion you plan to eat so the rest is not repeatedly warmed.
Vitamins
B3
15.66mg · 98% DV
B6
0.95mg · 56% DV
B5
1.89mg · 38% DV
Biotin
7.56µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Phosphorus
342mg · 49% DV
Sodium
693mg · 30% DV
Zinc
2.12mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
558mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 281 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 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.
Chicken with Közlüce sauce pairs chicken with a roasted pepper-and-tomato sauce. The sauce brings a gently smoky, savoury sweetness, while the chicken stays tender when cooked just until done. It makes a hearty main course without relying on a heavy cream-based sauce.
In Turkey, it can be served for lunch or dinner with rice or bulgur and a fresh salad; elsewhere, it also works well with crusty bread or simple roasted vegetables. The chicken is protein-rich, and the vegetable sauce adds flavour and a little fibre. For a lighter plate, keep added oil modest and serve it with plenty of salad.
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.
High
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.
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
2.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.23g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.