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High-protein hot sandwich with grilled chicken
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Grilled chicken panini (220 g) has 583 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 52.8 g of carbs, 36.3 g of protein, 23.8 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 11.9 mg of B3 covers 74% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 220 g
583
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
52.8g
· 19% DV
Protein
36.3g
· 73% DV
Fat
23.8g
· 31% 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 37% · Protein 25% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 583 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.8 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 6.82 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 1056 mg | 46% |
| Total carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% |
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 piece (medium) | 220 g | 583 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 110 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 160 g | 424 kcal |
| 1 serving (grated) | 180 g | 477 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 250 g | 663 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 300 g | 795 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 340 g | 901 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Layer cooked grilled chicken, cheese, and your chosen fillings between slices of bread, then press the sandwich until the bread is crisp and the cheese melts. A panini press works well, but a skillet with a second pan on top also does the job.
Yes. A grilled chicken panini is pressed and toasted, usually until its bread is crisp and the filling is hot; a regular chicken sandwich may be served cold or without pressing. The word “panini” describes the pressed sandwich style, not one fixed recipe.
Ciabatta is a popular choice for a grilled chicken panini because its sturdy crust holds up to pressing. Use another firm, evenly sliced bread if needed; very soft bread can compress too much or become soggy around moist fillings.
Mozzarella melts smoothly and has a mild flavor that pairs well with grilled chicken. Provolone is another good option if you want a more savory taste. Put the cheese close to the chicken so it helps hold the filling together as it melts.
Yes, cook the chicken completely before assembling a grilled chicken panini. Pressing the sandwich is meant to toast the bread and warm the filling, not safely cook raw chicken. Slice the cooked chicken thinly so it heats through evenly.
Yes, you can make a grilled chicken panini in a skillet. Cook it over medium heat and press it with a spatula or place a heavy pan on top, turning once so both sides brown and the cheese melts.
Yes, an air fryer can toast a grilled chicken panini. Secure the top slice with a toothpick if the circulating air might lift it, and check the sandwich as it cooks so the bread does not brown before the center is hot.
You can freeze a grilled chicken panini, but its texture may suffer after thawing, especially if it contains tomato, lettuce, or a creamy sauce. For a better result, freeze the chicken separately and assemble and toast the sandwich when you are ready to eat.
Store leftover grilled chicken panini in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it promptly. Do not leave a chicken-filled sandwich at room temperature for an extended period; discard it if it has been left out too long.
A grilled chicken panini pairs well with a green salad, tomato soup, or roasted vegetables. Choose salad for a lighter lunch, or serve the panini with soup when you want a more substantial meal.
Vitamins
B3
11.88mg · 74% DV
B6
0.64mg · 38% DV
B1
0.4mg · 33% DV
B5
1.65mg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Phosphorus
407mg · 58% DV
Sodium
1056mg · 46% DV
Manganese
0.7mg · 30% DV
Potassium ⭐
484mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 583 calories in 1 piece (medium) (220 g):
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A grilled chicken panini is a hot pressed sandwich made with grilled chicken between slices of bread, inspired by the Italian panini tradition. Depending on the recipe, it may also include vegetables, herbs or sauce. Pressing gives the bread a crisp, toasted outside while the filling stays tender, with the chicken bringing a savoury, substantial bite.
In Italy and elsewhere, it is commonly served warm as a café lunch or an easy meal on the go; a side salad or soup makes it more filling. The chicken contributes protein, while the bread supplies much of the carbohydrate, so it works well as a convenient meal rather than a light snack. For a lighter version, ask for less sauce and pair it with salad instead of fried sides.
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
6.82g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.