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Provides protein and walnut-derived unsaturated fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread (250 g) has 525 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 31 g of carbs, 35.5 g of protein, 29.5 g of fat and 5.3 g of fiber. Its 14.3 mg of B3 covers 89% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
525
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
31g
· 11% DV
Protein
35.5g
· 71% DV
Fat
29.5g
· 38% DV
Fiber
5.3g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 23% · Protein 27% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 525 kcal | |
| Total fat | 29.5 g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 4.63 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 713 mg | 31% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% |
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% |
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) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 20 g | 42 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 300 g | 630 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 320 g | 672 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 735 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread is made by mixing shredded cooked chicken with a thick sauce of ground walnuts, garlic, bread and chicken broth. The buckwheat bread can be served alongside or incorporated according to the recipe; paprika oil is a common finishing touch.
Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread is a version of Circassian-style chicken served with, or thickened using, buckwheat bread. Its defining elements are tender shredded chicken and a rich walnut-garlic sauce, usually served chilled or at room temperature.
Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread is usually served cold or at room temperature, rather than piping hot. Chilling gives the walnut sauce time to cling to the shredded chicken; bring it out shortly before serving so the texture is not overly firm.
Walnuts are central to Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread because they give the sauce its distinctive richness, body and nutty taste. They are finely ground with bread, garlic and broth, then combined with chicken; the walnuts are not merely a garnish.
Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread specifies buckwheat bread in a dish whose classic versions often use white bread to thicken the walnut sauce. Recipes vary, but both versions share shredded chicken and a garlicky walnut dressing.
Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread takes its name from Circassian cuisine, where chicken with a walnut-based sauce is a traditional preparation. The buckwheat-bread version is a variation; its exact recipe can differ between households and regions.
Serve Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread as a cold starter or part of a mezze spread, with a crisp salad or pickled vegetables. Its walnut sauce is rich, so fresh, tangy sides balance it better than another heavy dish.
Yes, Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread can be prepared a day ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. Resting lets the sauce’s flavors meld with the chicken; if it thickens, loosen it with a little broth before serving.
Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains cooked chicken, refrigerate it promptly and take out only the portion you plan to serve.
You can freeze Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread, but the walnut-and-bread sauce may separate or become grainy after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, then stir thoroughly and adjust the texture with a little broth.
Vitamins
B3
14.25mg · 89% DV
B6
0.95mg · 56% DV
B5
1.8mg · 36% DV
Biotin
10.5µg · 35% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.7mg · 78% DV
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Manganese
1.53mg · 67% DV
Phosphorus
445mg · 64% DV
Sodium
713mg · 31% DV
Potassium ⭐
610mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 525 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Circassian chicken with buckwheat bread pairs tender shredded chicken with a rich walnut-and-garlic sauce, served with buckwheat bread. The dish has roots in Circassian cuisine and is also familiar in Turkey, where it often appears chilled or at room temperature as part of a meze spread or a celebratory table. Its soft chicken contrasts with the thick, nutty sauce, while the bread is useful for scooping up every bit.
Chicken makes it a protein-providing dish, and walnuts contribute unsaturated fats as well as much of its distinctive flavour. For a lighter meal, serve a modest portion with fresh salad or vegetables; the bread need only be used to catch the sauce.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
12.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.