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Musakhan Calories
Traditional Palestinian dish of chicken, onions, sumac, and flatbread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Musakhan (220 g) has 524 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.2 g of carbs, 27.3 g of protein, 28.8 g of fat and 4.6 g of fiber. Its 9.2 mg of B3 covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Musakhan Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 220 g
524
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
39.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
27.3g
· 55% DV
Fat
28.8g
· 37% DV
Fiber
4.6g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 21% · Fat 49%
Musakhan nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (220 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 524 kcal | |
| Total fat | 28.8 g | 37% |
| Saturated fat | 5.72 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 704 mg | 31% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% |
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% |
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 Medium Musakhan?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 220 g | 524 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28 g | 67 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 180 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 200 g | 476 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 320 g | 762 kcal |
| 1 serving (whole) | 360 g | 857 kcal |
Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Musakhan
What is Musakhan?
Musakhan is a traditional Palestinian dish of chicken and onions seasoned with sumac and olive oil, served over flatbread. The bread catches the savory juices, making it part of the meal rather than just a side.
Where does Musakhan come from?
Musakhan comes from Palestine and is closely associated with Palestinian home cooking and olive harvest traditions. Its combination of local olive oil, sumac, chicken, and bread gives it a distinctive place in the cuisine.
What is in Musakhan?
The classic Musakhan is made with chicken, onions, sumac, olive oil, and flatbread, often taboon bread. Some versions include toasted nuts such as almonds or pine nuts, while the chicken, sumac, and onions remain central.
How is Musakhan traditionally made?
For traditional Musakhan, chicken is cooked and onions are softened generously in olive oil with sumac. The chicken and onion mixture is spread over flatbread and heated until the bread absorbs the flavorful juices.
What does sumac do in Musakhan?
Sumac gives Musakhan its characteristic tangy, lemon-like flavor and deep reddish color. It cuts through the richness of the olive oil and complements the sweet, softened onions, so it is more than a decorative seasoning.
What is Musakhan served with?
Musakhan is often served with yogurt, a fresh salad, or pickles to balance its rich chicken and onion topping. It can also be served on its own, since the flatbread underneath is an essential part of the dish.
What does Musakhan taste like?
Musakhan tastes savory and rich, with sweet softened onions and a bright, tangy note from sumac. The flatbread absorbs the chicken and olive-oil juices, while toasted nuts, when included, add a crunchy contrast.
What is the difference between Musakhan and Musakhan rolls?
Musakhan is usually presented as chicken and sumac onions on a large piece of flatbread. Musakhan rolls wrap the same filling in smaller pieces of bread and are baked, making them easier to serve as individual portions.
Can you make Musakhan with pita bread?
Yes, pita can stand in for taboon bread when making Musakhan at home. Choose thicker pita that can hold the chicken and juicy onion topping, and assemble it shortly before serving so the bread does not become soggy.
How long do Musakhan leftovers last?
Keep leftover Musakhan covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Store the chicken-onion topping separately from the bread if possible; reheat the chicken thoroughly and add it to fresh or briefly warmed bread.
Musakhan Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
9.24mg · 58% DV
B6
0.53mg · 31% DV
Biotin
8.8µg · 29% DV
Vitamin K
35.2µg · 29% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
290mg · 41% DV
Manganese
0.79mg · 34% DV
Sodium
704mg · 31% DV
Potassium ⭐
524mg · 15% DV
Musakhan Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Musakhan
To burn the 524 calories in 1 piece (medium) (220 g):
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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 Musakhan?
Musakhan is a Palestinian dish of chicken cooked with onions and sumac, served over flatbread. The bread soaks up the savoury juices, while sumac lends the onions a bright, tangy edge. It is commonly brought to the table warm and shared, with the chicken and onions arranged across the bread.
For English-speaking diners, it makes a hearty main meal, especially alongside a crisp salad or plain yoghurt. The combination of chicken and bread gives it staying power, while its fat and carbohydrate content make it more substantial than a simple roast chicken plate. If you would like a lighter serving, use less bread and add extra salad; keep the sumac-forward onions for the characteristic flavour.
How Nutritious Is Musakhan?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Musakhan Processed?
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.
Does Musakhan Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Musakhan Good For?
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
Musakhan Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.3:1).
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