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High-protein chicken dish; can be high in sodium
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Soy honey chicken sauté (180 g) has 297 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 37.4 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 16.4 mg of B3 covers 102% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
297
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
37.4g
· 75% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 51% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 297 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.89 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 1206 mg | 52% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% |
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 | 297 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 149 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 413 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 300 g | 495 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 578 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
To make soy honey chicken sauté, brown bite-size chicken pieces in a hot pan, then add soy sauce, honey, and optional garlic. Cook just until the glossy sauce coats the chicken and the meat is cooked through; adding honey near the end helps prevent scorching.
Broccoli, bell peppers, snap peas, and sliced carrots all work well in soy honey chicken sauté. Cook firmer vegetables in the pan before adding the sauce, or stir in quick-cooking vegetables near the end so they keep some bite.
Yes, boneless chicken thighs work well in soy honey chicken sauté and usually stay juicier than breast meat. Cut them into evenly sized pieces and cook until done throughout; remove any skin if you want the sauce to coat the meat rather than turn greasy.
Regular soy sauce gives soy honey chicken sauté a savory, salty base, while low-sodium soy sauce makes it easier to control the saltiness. Avoid adding extra salt before tasting, because the sauce can reduce and become more concentrated as it cooks.
The sauce may not cling to soy honey chicken sauté if the pan contains too much liquid or the chicken is crowded. Let excess moisture evaporate, then simmer the sauce briefly until glossy; toss the chicken through it just before serving.
Yes, use less honey in soy honey chicken sauté and add it gradually, tasting as the sauce cooks. A little extra garlic or ginger can balance the sweetness with savory flavor; avoid compensating with lots of soy sauce, which can make the dish very salty.
Soy honey chicken sauté tastes good with either rice or noodles. Rice soaks up the sweet-salty sauce, while noodles make the dish feel more like a stir-fry; add vegetables or a simple side salad to round out the meal.
Yes, soy honey chicken sauté can be frozen in an airtight container once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly in a pan; the sauce may separate slightly, so stir while warming and add a splash of water if needed.
To keep soy honey chicken sauté from turning soggy, pat the chicken dry and cook it in batches rather than crowding the pan. Add vegetables that release water separately, and combine everything with the sauce only when you are ready to finish cooking.
People with diabetes can include soy honey chicken sauté if its honey and any accompanying rice or noodles fit their meal plan. Honey still contributes carbohydrates, so reducing it can help, but individual glucose responses and treatment plans vary.
Vitamins
B3
16.38mg · 102% DV
B6
0.86mg · 51% DV
B5
1.4mg · 28% DV
Biotin
5.58µg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
35µg · 64% DV
Sodium
1206mg · 52% DV
Phosphorus
326mg · 47% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
515mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Soy honey chicken sauté is a quick pan-cooked dish of bite-sized chicken pieces coated in soy sauce and honey. Vegetables are often added, and while it has no single regional origin, its sweet-savoury combination is familiar in many soy-sauce-based home-cooking styles.
The chicken stays tender, with a glossy sauce that balances salty depth and gentle sweetness. Serve it with rice or noodles for a filling weeknight meal, or add steamed greens for a lighter plate. It provides 20.8 g of protein per 100 g, though soy sauce can make the dish high in sodium. Use a little less sauce and add extra vegetables if you want to keep the meal lighter.
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 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.89g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.