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Chicken breast or thigh, sweet and spicy sauce (often chili, honey or sugar, soy sauce, garlic), fried or stir-fried
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
170
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
13g
· 31%
Protein
16g
· 38%
Fat
6g
· 31%
Fiber
0.7g
Vitamins
B3
5.9mg · 37% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
B5
0.9mg · 18% DV
Biotin
3.5µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
540mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
160mg · 23% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.8:1).
That usually happens when the sauce has too much sugar or thickener relative to acid and heat. A better balance comes from adjusting sweetness with chili, vinegar or citrus, and salt rather than just adding more sauce.
It can work after training because it provides protein. Pairing it with vegetables and, depending on your goals, a carb source like rice or potatoes makes it more balanced.
Rice, stir-fried vegetables, broccoli, peppers, cucumber salad, and spring onions all pair well. Fresh, lighter sides help balance the strong sweet-spicy flavor.
Once cooked, it should be cooled and refrigerated promptly. In an airtight container, it is generally best eaten within 3 to 4 days.
Yes, it freezes well enough for later use. The sauce texture may separate slightly after thawing, but gentle reheating usually brings it back together.
Reheat it gently rather than blasting it on high heat. A covered pan with a small splash of water helps keep the chicken moist and the sauce from catching.
It is better treated as an occasional option than a daily staple because it is a processed food. If you want it more often, homemade versions with a simpler sauce are usually a better choice.
It is often lighter than heavily battered fried chicken, but that does not automatically make it a low-sugar or low-sodium choice. The sauce can add a lot, so the ingredient list matters.
People monitoring blood sugar, sodium intake, or reflux and stomach irritation may want to be cautious. Ready-made sauces can also contain additives or allergens, so checking the label is wise.
Pan-cooking gives faster browning and a stickier glaze, but it can burn more easily. Oven-cooking is easier to control and often more practical for larger batches.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.