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Plain Tavukgöğsü Calories
Traditional Turkish milk pudding, plain version made with chicken breast.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Plain Tavukgöğsü (120 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Plain Tavukgöğsü Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
144
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
24g
· 9% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 15% · Fat 19%
Plain Tavukgöğsü nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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 Plain Tavukgöğsü?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plain Tavukgöğsü
Does Plain Tavukgöğsü actually contain chicken?
Yes, traditional Plain Tavukgöğsü is made with chicken breast. The cooked meat is shredded into very fine strands and mixed into a sweet milk pudding, where it gives the dessert its characteristic texture.
What does Plain Tavukgöğsü taste like?
Plain Tavukgöğsü tastes mainly like a mild, sweet milk pudding, not like a savory chicken dish. The chicken is finely shredded, so it contributes more to the texture than to a strong meat flavor.
How is Plain Tavukgöğsü made?
Plain Tavukgöğsü is made by boiling chicken breast, shredding it very finely, then cooking it with milk, sugar and a thickener. The mixture is poured into a dish and chilled until it sets.
Why is chicken used in Plain Tavukgöğsü?
Chicken breast is the defining ingredient that gives Plain Tavukgöğsü its distinctive fine, fibrous texture. Once it is boiled and shredded thoroughly, it blends into the milk pudding rather than making the dessert taste like a savory chicken dish.
Where does Plain Tavukgöğsü come from?
Plain Tavukgöğsü is a traditional Turkish milk pudding, often associated with Ottoman palace cuisine. It remains a recognizable Turkish dessert, served in homes and pastry shops.
What is the difference between Plain Tavukgöğsü and kazandibi?
Plain Tavukgöğsü contains finely shredded chicken and is served without a browned base. Kazandibi is cooked until the bottom of the milk pudding caramelizes, giving it a toasted surface and a different texture.
Can Plain Tavukgöğsü be made without chicken?
It can be prepared without chicken, but it would no longer be traditional Tavukgöğsü. The chicken gives the dessert its characteristic texture; a chicken-free version is closer to a plain milk pudding.
Why is Plain Tavukgöğsü sometimes stringy?
A slight stringy texture is normal in Plain Tavukgöğsü because it contains shredded chicken breast. If the strands are too noticeable, the meat was likely not shredded or pounded finely enough before being added.
How is Plain Tavukgöğsü usually served?
Plain Tavukgöğsü is usually served chilled and cut into portions once it has set. It can be eaten as is or topped with a little cinnamon, though toppings are optional for the plain version.
How should leftover Plain Tavukgöğsü be stored?
Keep leftover Plain Tavukgöğsü covered in the refrigerator and avoid leaving it at room temperature for an extended time. Its milk-based texture is best enjoyed chilled; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Plain Tavukgöğsü Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B5
0.42mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Calcium
84mg · 8% DV
Zinc
0.48mg · 4% DV
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
Plain Tavukgöğsü Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Plain Tavukgöğsü
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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 Plain Tavukgöğsü?
Plain Tavukgöğsü is a traditional Turkish milk pudding made by cooking finely shredded chicken breast with milk, sugar and a thickener. Associated with Ottoman cuisine, it is distinctive for its tender, faintly fibrous texture; the chicken gives the pudding body rather than a noticeable savoury flavour.
It is usually served chilled, cut into slices, sometimes dusted with cinnamon, as a dessert after a meal or from a Turkish pastry shop. Milk and starch make it a source of carbohydrates, while its protein content is modest for a dish containing chicken. If you prefer a lighter dessert, serve yourself a smaller slice; unsweetened tea makes a simple accompaniment.
How Nutritious Is Plain Tavukgöğsü?
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 Plain Tavukgöğsü 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 Plain Tavukgöğsü Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Plain Tavukgöğsü 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
Plain Tavukgöğsü Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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