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High-protein chicken dish with monounsaturated fat from olive oil and vitamin C from peppers.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Olive Oil Pepper Chicken Sauté (180 g) has 308 calories. That works out to 171 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.1 g of carbs, 33.1 g of protein, 16.4 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 14.6 mg of B3 covers 91% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
308
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
6.1g
· 2% DV
Protein
33.1g
· 66% DV
Fat
16.4g
· 21% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 43% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.4 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 2.79 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% |
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) | 180 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 18 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 154 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 376 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 428 kcal |
Calculated from 171 calories per 100 g.
Olive oil pepper chicken sauté is made by browning bite-size chicken in olive oil, then cooking it with sliced peppers until both are done. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic if desired, and avoid crowding the pan so the chicken browns instead of steaming.
Paprika, black pepper, garlic, and a little oregano work well in olive oil pepper chicken sauté. Add chili flakes for heat or finish with lemon juice for brightness; season the chicken before it goes into the pan so the flavor reaches the meat.
Yes, boneless chicken thighs work well in olive oil pepper chicken sauté and tend to stay juicy. Cut them into even pieces so they cook uniformly; they may need a little longer in the pan than small pieces of chicken breast.
They can stay slightly crisp, which gives olive oil pepper chicken sauté a pleasant contrast with the tender chicken. Add the peppers after the chicken has started cooking and sauté them only until they reach the texture you like.
Yes, olive oil pepper chicken sauté can be made in a stainless-steel or cast-iron skillet. Preheat the pan, add the oil, and let the chicken brown before turning it; moving the pieces too soon can make them stick.
Olive oil pepper chicken sauté pairs well with rice, but it is not limited to that side. Serve it with flatbread, couscous, potatoes, or a simple salad, depending on whether you want a more filling meal or a lighter plate.
Yes, onion is a common addition to olive oil pepper chicken sauté and gives it a sweeter, savory base. Cook sliced onion in the oil first until softened, then add the chicken and peppers so the onion has time to mellow.
Yes, olive oil pepper chicken sauté works for meal prep. Cook it fully, cool it promptly, and divide it into airtight portions; store sides such as rice separately if you want to keep their textures distinct when reheating.
To keep olive oil pepper chicken sauté from turning watery, use a wide, hot pan and cook in batches if needed. Wet peppers and overcrowding release extra moisture, so pat the peppers dry and let the liquid evaporate rather than covering the pan.
It is usually served hot, but olive oil pepper chicken sauté can be eaten cold as part of a salad or packed lunch if it has been refrigerated safely. Chill it promptly after cooking, and do not leave it out for extended periods.
Vitamins
B3
14.58mg · 91% DV
B6
0.86mg · 51% DV
Vitamin C
41.4mg · 46% DV
B5
1.51mg · 30% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Phosphorus
293mg · 42% DV
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Zinc
1.57mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
481mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Olive oil pepper chicken sauté is a straightforward Turkish-style home-cooked dish: pieces of chicken are cooked in a pan with peppers and olive oil, often with onion and seasoning. As the peppers soften, their flavour mingles with the chicken and the juices left in the pan.
Serve it hot as a main, alongside rice, bulgur or a crisp salad; it also works tucked into flatbread for an easy lunch. The chicken makes it a protein-rich choice, while the olive oil adds satisfying unsaturated fat. For a lighter plate, use a measured amount of oil and add extra vegetables; skip the grain or bread if you would prefer a lower-carbohydrate meal.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.79g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.