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Protein-rich spiced chicken curry
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chicken yellow curry (240 g) has 355 calories. That works out to 148 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.9 g of carbs, 30.7 g of protein, 19.4 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 13.9 mg of B3 covers 87% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
355
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
14.9g
· 5% DV
Protein
30.7g
· 61% DV
Fat
19.4g
· 25% DV
Fiber
3.4g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 34% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 355 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.4 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 10.44 g | 52% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 744 mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% |
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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 355 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 85 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 148 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 120 g | 178 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 326 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 444 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 533 kcal |
Calculated from 148 calories per 100 g.
Chicken yellow curry is usually savory, aromatic and mildly warm, with turmeric and other spices giving it a rounded flavor. Coconut milk makes many versions creamy and slightly sweet, while the curry paste or powder determines how spicy the finished dish tastes.
To make chicken yellow curry, brown bite-sized chicken with onion, then stir in garlic and yellow curry paste or spices. Add coconut milk and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens. Serve it hot with rice.
Chicken yellow curry is often milder than Thai red or green curry, but it can still be spicy. Heat varies with the curry paste or powder, so start with a small amount and add chili gradually if you want a hotter dish.
Chicken yellow curry typically gets its color and earthy flavor from turmeric and warm spices. Thai red curry relies on red chilies and a distinct curry paste, so it is often hotter and more pungent. Recipes vary, but the two are not interchangeable in flavor.
Yes, curry powder works in chicken yellow curry, though the result will taste different from a version made with curry paste. Bloom the powder briefly in the pan with the onion and garlic before adding liquid to bring out its aroma.
Basmati rice is a popular match for chicken yellow curry because its separate, fragrant grains soak up the sauce without becoming too heavy. Jasmine rice also works well, especially with Thai-style curry; plain rice lets the curry's spices stand out.
Yes, chicken yellow curry can be frozen in an airtight container once it has cooled. Coconut-milk sauces may look slightly separated after thawing, but gentle reheating and stirring usually bring them back together. Freeze it in portions so you only thaw what you need.
Chicken yellow curry keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, making sure it is steaming hot throughout, and discard curry left at room temperature for too long.
Yes, you can make chicken yellow curry without coconut milk. Use cream for a richer sauce, or chicken stock for a lighter one; stir in yogurt off the heat or over low heat to reduce the chance of it splitting.
Chicken yellow curry can be a nourishing meal, with chicken providing protein and spices adding flavor. Its overall richness depends largely on the amount of coconut milk, cream or oil used, so a homemade version lets you adjust the sauce and pair it with vegetables.
Vitamins
B3
13.92mg · 87% DV
B6
1.01mg · 59% DV
B5
1.73mg · 35% DV
Biotin
7.44µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
341mg · 49% DV
Sodium
744mg · 32% DV
Manganese
0.74mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
612mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chicken yellow curry is a warmly spiced chicken dish inspired by South and Southeast Asian cooking. It is commonly made with chicken, yellow curry spices or paste, aromatics such as onion and garlic, and a sauce that may include coconut milk; recipes vary in their vegetables and richness.
The flavour is fragrant and gently warming, while the sauce can range from light to creamy. In its regions of origin it is often served with rice; elsewhere, it also pairs well with flatbread or a simple salad. The chicken makes it a protein-rich main, and adding vegetables while using a lighter hand with the sauce is an easy way to balance the plate.
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.
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
10.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.97g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.