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Traditional chicken and bread-based dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Islama (250 g) has 538 calories. That works out to 215 calories per 100 g. It contains 42 g of carbs, 35.5 g of protein, 23.5 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 11.5 mg of B3 covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
538
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
42g
· 15% DV
Protein
35.5g
· 71% DV
Fat
23.5g
· 30% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 27% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 538 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.5 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| 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 | 538 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 60 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 194 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 753 kcal |
Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.
Islama is a traditional chicken-and-bread dish in which bread is moistened with chicken broth and served with cooked chicken. Its basic preparation uses familiar, minimally processed ingredients rather than relying on a packaged meal.
To make Islama, cook the chicken, reserve its broth, and briefly dip slices of bread in the broth before serving them with the chicken. Dip the bread shortly before serving so it absorbs flavor without falling apart.
Islama is made with chicken, bread, and the broth from cooking the chicken. Some versions add seasoning or sauce, but those additions vary by household; the chicken, broth, and bread define the dish.
The bread is soaked in broth in Islama to give it moisture and the savory flavor of the chicken. A brief dip lets the bread absorb broth while keeping enough structure to serve alongside the chicken.
Serve Islama with a crisp salad, pickles, or a simple vegetable side. These add freshness alongside the soft, broth-moistened bread and chicken, making the meal feel more balanced without competing with the dish’s main flavors.
No, chicken Islama and ıslama köfte are different dishes. Chicken Islama pairs chicken with bread moistened in chicken broth, while ıslama köfte is a meatball dish served with broth-moistened bread.
Use bread that can be sliced and will hold its shape after a brief dip in broth. Slightly stale bread can work well; very thin or delicate slices are more likely to break apart.
Yes, you can cook the chicken and prepare its broth ahead for Islama. Keep them separate from the bread, then dip the bread shortly before serving; leaving it soaked too long can make it mushy.
Store leftover Islama in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within three to four days. The bread may continue absorbing broth while stored, so its texture will become softer over time.
Yes, reheat leftover Islama until it is hot throughout. If the bread has dried out, add a small splash of chicken broth, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat rather than repeatedly warming the whole dish.
Vitamins
B3
11.5mg · 72% DV
B5
1.8mg · 36% DV
B6
0.6mg · 35% DV
Biotin
10µg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
35µg · 64% DV
Phosphorus
363mg · 52% DV
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Zinc
2.75mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
525mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 538 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Islama is a traditional Turkish dish built around bread softened with chicken broth and served with chicken. Recipes vary by region and household, but the broth-soaked bread is central: it takes on the savoury flavour of the cooking liquid and makes a hearty base for the meat.
It is usually served hot as a main meal, with a fresh salad, pickles or yoghurt alongside. The bread becomes tender and moist, while the chicken adds a savoury, satisfying bite. Islama provides both protein and carbohydrates; a 100 g portion has 14.2 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of bread and add extra chicken and vegetables.
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 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
— 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
6g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.