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Traditional Ottoman dessert, milk-based with chicken breast
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Chicken Breast Dessert (120 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 130 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.4 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 72 mg of Phosphorus covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 120 g
156
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
26.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 14% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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 slice (medium) | 120 g | 156 kcal |
| ½ slice (small) | 60 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 slice (small) | 80 g | 104 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 180 g | 234 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 240 g | 312 kcal |
Calculated from 130 calories per 100 g.
Chicken breast dessert is a traditional Turkish milk pudding made with finely shredded chicken breast, milk, sugar and a thickener. The chicken is incorporated for texture, so the finished dessert is creamy and sliceable rather than savory.
Yes, the traditional version of chicken breast dessert contains cooked chicken breast. It is shredded into fine strands and worked into the milk pudding; recipes that leave it out are adaptations rather than the classic preparation.
No, properly prepared chicken breast dessert does not taste strongly of chicken. Milk and sugar provide the familiar sweet pudding flavor, while the finely shredded meat mainly contributes a subtle, fibrous texture.
Chicken breast dessert is made by boiling chicken breast, shredding it very finely, and washing the strands before adding them to sweetened milk with a thickener. The mixture is cooked until thick, then chilled so it can be served in slices.
Chicken breast dessert uses finely shredded chicken as part of its traditional Turkish preparation. The strands blend into the milk pudding and create a distinctive texture; the chicken is not included to make the dessert taste savory.
Chicken breast dessert is a milk pudding that traditionally includes shredded chicken breast. Kazandibi is distinguished by its browned, caramelized underside; chicken breast pudding can be served without that toasted layer.
Chicken breast dessert is associated with Ottoman cuisine and remains a well-known Turkish pudding. Its unusual combination of milk, sugar and shredded chicken breast reflects a distinctive tradition of sweet dishes made with meat.
Serve chicken breast dessert cold and cut into slices once it has set. Cinnamon is a common topping, though it is also served plain; chilling it well helps the slices hold their shape.
Yes, you can make a chicken-free version by leaving out the shredded meat, but it will no longer have the traditional texture of chicken breast dessert. The result is closer to a plain milk pudding.
Keep leftover chicken breast dessert covered in the refrigerator and eat it soon. Because it contains both cooked chicken and milk, do not leave it at room temperature for extended periods, and return uneaten portions to the fridge promptly.
Vitamins
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Calcium
96mg · 10% DV
Zinc
0.48mg · 4% DV
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
Sodium
42mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Chicken Breast Dessert is a traditional Turkish, Ottoman-era milk pudding made with milk, sugar and a thickener, with finely shredded chicken breast worked into the mixture. The meat is not meant to dominate the flavour: the dessert is mildly sweet, smooth and softly set, with a delicate thread-like texture.
It is usually served chilled and sliced, sometimes dusted with cinnamon, as a dessert after a meal or alongside coffee or tea. At 22 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, it is best enjoyed as a modest sweet rather than treated like a high-protein dish. A thin slice with fresh fruit makes a simple, lighter-feeling serving.
Low
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Low
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
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.