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High-protein spicy chicken
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chili Lokum Chicken (150 g) has 248 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 46.2 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 20.5 mg of B3 covers 128% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
248
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
46.2g
· 92% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 76% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 248 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 46.2 g | 92% |
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) | 150 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 135 g | 223 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 231 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 225 g | 371 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 413 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Chili Lokum Chicken is a Turkish-style chicken dish made with small, tender pieces seasoned with chili. The name refers to the soft, lokum-like texture, not to Turkish delight being an ingredient. Recipes and sauces vary between restaurants and home cooks.
To make Chili Lokum Chicken, cut chicken into evenly sized pieces, season them, and cook them quickly in a hot pan with a little oil. Add the chili seasoning or sauce near the end so it coats the chicken without burning.
Chili Lokum Chicken stays tender when the chicken is cut into small, even pieces and cooked just until done. Overcooking can dry it out. Some cooks marinate the chicken first, which adds flavor and can help keep the pieces moist.
Chili Lokum Chicken is usually spicy, but the heat level varies with the chili and sauce used. Restaurant versions may be hotter than homemade ones; when cooking it yourself, start with less chili and add more after tasting.
There is no single standard sauce for Chili Lokum Chicken. Some versions use chili flakes or chili sauce with garlic, while others keep the coating simple with spices and oil. Ask the restaurant about its sauce if you need to avoid a particular ingredient.
Chicken breast is a common choice for Chili Lokum Chicken because it is easy to cut into small pieces and cooks quickly. Boneless thighs work too and tend to stay juicier; cut either option into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
Chili Lokum Chicken goes well with rice, flatbread, or roasted vegetables. A crisp salad or a cooling yogurt dip also makes a good side, especially when the chicken is heavily spiced.
No. In the dish name Chili Lokum Chicken, “lokum” describes the chicken’s soft, tender texture; Turkish delight is not normally part of the recipe. The dish is savory and typically seasoned with chili.
Yes, you can make Chili Lokum Chicken in an air fryer. Arrange the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer so hot air can circulate, and check that the pieces are cooked through; crowded pieces may cook unevenly.
Leftover Chili Lokum Chicken can be kept in a covered container in the refrigerator and reheated for another meal. Reheat it until steaming hot throughout, using a pan or microwave, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the same portion.
Vitamins
B3
20.55mg · 128% DV
B6
0.93mg · 55% DV
B5
1.58mg · 32% DV
Biotin
7.65µg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
41µg · 75% DV
Phosphorus
353mg · 50% DV
Zinc
1.53mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
435mg · 13% DV
Sodium
285mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 248 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 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.
Chili Lokum Chicken is chicken cut into tender, bite-sized pieces and seasoned with chilli. “Lokum” evokes the soft, succulent texture; rather than one fixed traditional recipe, the name can cover different marinades and cooking methods.
Serve it hot as a main dish with salad, rice or flatbread, or tuck the pieces into a wrap. The chilli gives the chicken a lively kick, while the small pieces make it easy to share. It is notably high in protein and low in carbohydrates: per 100 g, it provides 30.8 g of protein and 1.2 g of carbs. For a lighter plate, keep added oil modest and pair it with plenty of vegetables.
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
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.