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Tomato-sauced pasta dish with chicken protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Flat Spaghetti with Chicken and Sauce (250 g) has 388 calories. That works out to 155 calories per 100 g. It contains 51 g of carbs, 25.3 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 42.5 µg of Selenium covers 77% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
388
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
51g
· 19% DV
Protein
25.3g
· 51% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 25% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 388 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% |
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 | 388 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 217 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 310 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 280 g | 434 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 300 g | 465 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 543 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 698 kcal |
Calculated from 155 calories per 100 g.
Flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce is a pasta dish made by combining flat strands of pasta with cooked chicken and a savory sauce, commonly tomato-based. It is served as a complete main course rather than as pasta with a separate side of meat.
Cook the flat spaghetti until just tender, and cook bite-size chicken pieces in a pan. Add tomato sauce and seasonings to the chicken, then toss the drained pasta through the sauce so it is coated before serving.
No special pasta-making method is required: flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce uses spaghetti with a flattened shape rather than the familiar round strands. If you cannot find flat spaghetti, regular spaghetti works, though the texture and sauce coverage will differ.
A tomato-based sauce is a common choice for flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce, matching the dish’s familiar savory profile. Onion, garlic, herbs, and black pepper can season it; the sauce can be made from canned tomatoes or passata.
For tender chicken in flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce, cut the meat into evenly sized pieces and cook it just until done. Avoid crowding the pan, which can cause the chicken to steam, and simmer it only briefly once the sauce is added.
Yes, flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce can be prepared ahead, but the pasta will absorb some sauce as it sits. For the best texture, store the cooked pasta and chicken sauce separately, then combine them when reheating or serving.
Flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when promptly chilled and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce can be frozen, although the pasta may become softer after thawing. For better texture, freeze the chicken and tomato sauce separately and cook fresh pasta when you are ready to serve it.
A green salad, steamed vegetables, or garlic bread can go well with flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce. Choose a lighter side if the sauce is rich, or add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms directly to the dish.
Yes, flat spaghetti with chicken and sauce can be made creamy by stirring a little cream into the tomato sauce near the end of cooking. Keep the heat low after adding it so the sauce stays smooth instead of splitting.
Vitamins
B3
9.5mg · 59% DV
B6
0.55mg · 32% DV
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
B5
1.2mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
263mg · 38% DV
Manganese
0.78mg · 34% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
475mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 388 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Flat Spaghetti with Chicken and Sauce brings broad, flat strands of pasta together with chicken in a tomato-based sauce. It is best understood as a homestyle pasta dish rather than a recipe tied to one particular region, and its ingredients make it an easy fit for a weeknight meal.
Serve it hot for lunch or dinner, as a complete bowl or alongside a simple green salad. The sauce coats the pasta, while chicken adds a savoury, filling bite. At 10.1 g of protein per 100 g, it offers a useful protein contribution for a pasta dish. For a lighter plate, keep the sauce modest and add vegetables or salad; a little extra pasta water can help the sauce coat the strands without needing more.
Medium
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.