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Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Calories
Protein-rich chicken with heart-healthy walnut and olive oils
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil (180 g) has 400 calories. That works out to 222 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.1 g of carbs, 30.2 g of protein, 27.4 g of fat and 2.5 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.
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
400
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
10.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
30.2g
· 60% DV
Fat
27.4g
· 35% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 30% · Fat 60%
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal | |
| Total fat | 27.4 g | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 4.23 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 441 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 25 g | 56 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 555 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 350 g | 777 kcal |
Calculated from 222 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil
What is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil?
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil is a Turkish dish of cooked, shredded chicken coated in a thick walnut sauce. The sauce is commonly blended with bread, garlic and chicken broth, then finished with olive oil and served as a cold starter.
How is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil traditionally made?
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil is made by poaching chicken, shredding the meat and mixing it with a walnut sauce. The walnuts are crushed or blended with bread, garlic and enough broth to make a creamy coating; olive oil is stirred in before serving.
Where does Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil come from?
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil is rooted in Circassian cooking and became a familiar dish in Turkey as Circassian communities settled there. It is now commonly served as a Turkish cold meze, with local and household variations.
Is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil served hot or cold?
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil is usually served cold or at room temperature, rather than piping hot. Chilling gives the walnut sauce time to cling to the chicken; let it sit briefly outside the refrigerator before serving for a softer texture.
What do you serve with Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil?
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil pairs well with crusty bread, rice and fresh salads. At a Turkish table it can be part of a spread of cold meze; crisp, lightly dressed vegetables balance the richness of its walnut sauce.
Can you make Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil ahead of time?
Yes, Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil can be made ahead. Keep it covered in the refrigerator so the walnut sauce can settle into the chicken, then stir it before serving and refresh the top with a little olive oil if desired.
What makes the sauce in Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil so thick?
Walnuts and bread give Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil its thick, creamy sauce. Chicken broth loosens the mixture to the desired consistency, while blending or pounding the walnuts finely helps the sauce coat the shredded meat evenly.
Can you make Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil without bread?
Yes, Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil can be made without bread, though the sauce will be less thick and its texture will change. Blend the walnuts with garlic and chicken broth, adding the liquid gradually until the sauce coats the chicken.
How is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil different from chicken salad?
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil gets its defining flavor and creamy coating from a savory walnut-and-garlic sauce, often thickened with bread and broth. Chicken salad usually relies on a dressing such as mayonnaise and does not have that walnut sauce.
Can you freeze Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil?
Freezing is possible, but it can make Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil less smooth: the walnut sauce may separate or turn grainy as it thaws. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container instead, and stir the sauce well before serving.
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
10.98mg · 69% DV
B6
0.7mg · 41% DV
B5
1.37mg · 27% DV
Biotin
6.84µg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
37µg · 67% DV
Copper
0.41mg · 46% DV
Phosphorus
313mg · 45% DV
Manganese
0.92mg · 40% DV
Sodium
441mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
418mg · 12% DV
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil
To burn the 400 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil?
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil is a Circassian-style dish of shredded cooked chicken folded into a thick sauce, commonly made with walnuts, garlic, bread and chicken broth, then finished with olive oil. In Turkey it is often served chilled as a meze, especially at gatherings and festive meals. The texture is soft and creamy, with the walnuts’ mellow richness balanced by garlic; a little paprika may add colour and warmth. It pairs well with toasted bread and other small plates. Chicken makes it a protein-rich choice, while walnuts and oil give it a satisfying richness. Use a lighter hand with the oil if you prefer a less rich version.
How Nutritious Is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Processed?
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.
Does Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Circassian Chicken with Olive Oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.23g
MONOUNSATURATED
13.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22:1).
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