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Traditional rice and chicken dish, source of protein and carbohydrates
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Takuk bosl (180 g) has 261 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.9 g of carbs, 13 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 3.2 mg of B3 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
261
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
36.9g
· 13% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 21% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 261 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 414 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 13 g | 26% |
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 cup (medium) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 363 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 300 g | 435 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Takuk bosl is a traditional chicken-and-rice dish. Its basic ingredients are chicken, rice, and water or chicken stock, with seasonings varying by recipe; some cooks add ingredients such as onion for extra flavor.
To make Takuk bosl, cook the chicken and prepare the rice with water or chicken stock, then combine them for serving. You can cook the rice in the chicken’s cooking liquid to give it a fuller savory flavor.
Takuk bosl is a chicken-and-rice dish in the same broad family as chicken pilaf, but the names do not guarantee the same recipe. The cooking method, seasonings, and whether the chicken is mixed into or served over the rice can differ.
Long-grain white rice is a reliable choice for Takuk bosl because the grains tend to stay separate when cooked carefully. Rinse the rice before cooking and use the amount of liquid suited to the variety you choose.
Yes, chicken thighs work well in Takuk bosl and stay moist during cooking. Remove the bones before serving if you want the chicken mixed through the rice, or cook bone-in thighs separately and serve them alongside it.
Use well-seasoned chicken stock in Takuk bosl and add aromatics such as onion, garlic, or herbs. Cooking the rice in the chicken’s flavorful broth gives the dish depth without relying on extra oil or butter.
Yes, Takuk bosl can be made in one pot if the chicken and rice need similar cooking times. Brown or partially cook the chicken first, then add the rice and liquid; check that both are fully cooked before serving.
Reheat Takuk bosl covered, with a small splash of water or stock to restore moisture. Heat it until steaming throughout, stirring once if using a microwave, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the same portion.
Yes, Takuk bosl freezes well for convenient meals, though the rice may soften slightly after thawing. Cool it promptly, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating until steaming hot.
Serve Takuk bosl with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or a tangy yogurt-based side. These add freshness to the chicken and rice and work well whether you serve the dish as a family meal or prepare it for meal prep.
Vitamins
B3
3.24mg · 20% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
B5
0.9mg · 18% DV
Biotin
3.78µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Sodium
414mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.32mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 261 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 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.
Takuk bosl is a traditional dish made with rice and chicken. Depending on the preparation, the chicken may cook with the rice or be served over it. The flavour is generally mild and savoury, with tender rice and chicken that can be juicy or pulled into strands.
It makes a filling lunch or dinner, and can be served with a fresh salad or vegetables. For readers in Turkey, similar chicken-and-rice dishes are familiar home-style meals, often enjoyed with yoghurt or salad. It is carbohydrate-forward, with 7.2 g of protein per 100 g. To make the meal lighter, add vegetables and choose a lean cut of chicken.
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 2
Minimally 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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.