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Protein source, Asian-inspired, sauced chicken
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) (180 g) has 279 calories. That works out to 155 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 33.3 g of protein, 11 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 14 mg of B3 covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
279
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
33.3g
· 67% DV
Fat
11g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 49% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 279 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 1170 mg | 51% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% |
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 | 279 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 310 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 240 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 388 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 465 kcal |
Calculated from 155 calories per 100 g.
Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) is made by cooking chicken with soy sauce and seasonings. For a simple homemade version, brown the chicken, add soy sauce with a little water, then simmer until the chicken is cooked through and coated in the sauce.
Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) pairs well with steamed rice or noodles, which soak up its savory sauce. Serve it with stir-fried greens, broccoli, or other vegetables for a more balanced meal.
Not necessarily. Cantonese soy sauce chicken traditionally refers to chicken braised in a seasoned soy-based master stock, while Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) is a broader name for chicken prepared with soy sauce; the exact style depends on its recipe.
Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) is usually savory and soy-forward, while teriyaki chicken is coated in a sweeter, glossy sauce made with soy sauce and sweetening ingredients. The names describe different preparations, even though both use soy sauce.
Yes, chicken breast works for Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden), but it can dry out faster than thigh meat. Cut it into evenly sized pieces and stop cooking as soon as it is cooked through; thighs are more forgiving for longer simmering.
Marinating is optional for Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden), but it can add flavor to the chicken. Keep raw chicken marinating in the refrigerator, and never use the uncooked marinade as a finishing sauce unless you cook it thoroughly.
Yes, Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) can be baked. Coat the chicken with the sauce and bake until it is cooked through, checking it before the end of cooking so the soy-based coating does not burn or the meat dry out.
Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) can taste too salty when the soy sauce is concentrated or too much is used. Balance the serving with unsalted rice or vegetables, or dilute the sauce with a little water while cooking instead of adding more soy sauce.
To keep Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) moist, avoid overcooking it and choose thigh meat if you plan to simmer it for longer. Keep the chicken coated with sauce during cooking, especially when using lean breast pieces.
Refrigerate leftover Soy Sauce Chicken (Mucidinden) promptly in a covered container rather than leaving it at room temperature. Reheat it until steaming hot throughout, and discard it if it has been stored unsafely or smells unusual.
Vitamins
B3
14.04mg · 88% DV
B6
0.81mg · 48% DV
B5
1.62mg · 32% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1170mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
306mg · 44% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
468mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Soy Sauce Chicken is chicken cooked with soy sauce, a savoury preparation inspired by East and Southeast Asian cooking traditions. Recipes vary: the sauce may be kept simple or paired with aromatics such as ginger and garlic. It gives the meat a salty, deeply savoury flavour; depending on how it is cooked, the chicken can be tender and glossy or lightly browned.
It is commonly served with rice, noodles or vegetables, either as a home-cooked main or as part of a larger meal. For English-speaking readers, it works well as an easy weeknight dinner and can be adapted to what is on hand. The chicken provides substantial protein; for a lighter plate, add plenty of vegetables and use the sauce sparingly.
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
— 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
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.