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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Shredded Chicken Bazlama Toast (220 g) has 486 calories. That works out to 221 calories per 100 g. It contains 55.9 g of carbs, 29.9 g of protein, 15.6 g of fat and 3.7 g of fiber. Its 44.9 µg of Selenium covers 82% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 61 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
486
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
55.9g
· 20% DV
Protein
29.9g
· 60% DV
Fat
15.6g
· 20% DV
Fiber
3.7g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 25% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.6 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 3.34 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 959 mg | 42% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% |
| Protein | 29.9 g | 60% |
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) | 220 g | 486 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 221 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 110 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 130 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 220 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 663 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 380 g | 840 kcal |
Calculated from 221 calories per 100 g.
Shredded chicken bazlama toast is a Turkish-style toasted sandwich made with bazlama, a soft, thick flatbread, and cooked chicken pulled into strands. Recipes may add cheese, vegetables, or sauces, so the filling varies from one version to another.
To make shredded chicken bazlama toast, season cooked shredded chicken, fill a split bazlama, and toast it in a sandwich press or pan until the bread is browned and the filling is hot. Avoid overfilling so the sandwich closes and heats evenly.
Yes, leftover cooked chicken works well in shredded chicken bazlama toast. Pull it into small strands and season it before filling the bread; if it seems dry, mix in a little sauce rather than adding watery ingredients that can soften the bazlama.
Kaşar or another good-melting cheese works well in shredded chicken bazlama toast, binding the chicken into a warm filling. Add a moderate layer so the cheese melts without spilling out of the bazlama while it is being pressed.
Keep shredded chicken bazlama toast from getting soggy by draining excess liquid from the chicken and using wet sauces sparingly. Lightly toast the cut sides of the bazlama before filling, then press the sandwich until the bread is crisp.
Season chicken for shredded chicken bazlama toast with salt, black pepper, and spices such as paprika or cumin. Add seasoning while the chicken is warm so it coats the strands evenly; a little lemon can brighten the filling without making it heavy.
Shredded chicken bazlama toast can make a filling packed lunch, but it is best eaten soon after preparation because the warm filling can soften the bread. If packing it, cool it promptly and keep it chilled until you are ready to eat.
Reheat shredded chicken bazlama toast in a dry pan or sandwich press until the center is hot and the bazlama is crisp again. A microwave heats it quickly but tends to make the bread soft, so use it only when texture is less important.
Yes, you can freeze shredded chicken bazlama toast after it has cooled, wrapped tightly to limit freezer burn. The bazlama may be softer after thawing; reheat it in a pan or press rather than relying on a microwave for a crisp finish.
Serve shredded chicken bazlama toast with a crunchy salad, pickles, or yogurt-based dip. These sides add freshness and contrast to the warm, substantial sandwich; a simple tomato and cucumber salad is an easy pairing.
Vitamins
B3
12.54mg · 78% DV
B6
0.75mg · 44% DV
B1
0.48mg · 40% DV
B5
1.47mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Selenium
45µg · 82% DV
Phosphorus
337mg · 48% DV
Sodium
959mg · 42% DV
Manganese
0.86mg · 37% DV
Potassium ⭐
425mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 486 calories in 1 serving (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.
Shredded Chicken Bazlama Toast is made by filling bazlama, a thick, soft Turkish flatbread, with pulled chicken and toasting it until the bread is browned. It brings together a familiar Turkish bread with a straightforward savoury filling, and is often prepared as a quick, substantial meal.
The outside turns lightly crisp while the inside stays tender, with the shredded chicken giving each bite a hearty texture. In Turkey, it can be eaten for lunch, as an afternoon snack or for an easy supper; for English-speaking readers elsewhere, it works just as well as a warm sandwich-style meal. It provides protein, with 13.6 g per 100 g. Pair it with a crisp salad or yoghurt drink, or use less sauce and oil for a lighter toast.
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
3.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.