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High-protein chicken dish with barbecue sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of BBQ chicken sauté (180 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 14 g of carbs, 36.9 g of protein, 14.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 16 mg of B3 covers 100% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
333
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
14g
· 5% DV
Protein
36.9g
· 74% DV
Fat
14.2g
· 18% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 45% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.2 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 774 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% |
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 | 333 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 167 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 407 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 481 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 518 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
BBQ chicken sauté is chicken cooked in a pan and coated with barbecue sauce. Recipes commonly use bite-size chicken pieces, with the sauce added near the end so it clings to the meat without scorching.
To make BBQ chicken sauté, brown evenly cut chicken pieces in a hot pan until cooked through, then stir in barbecue sauce for the final few minutes. Avoid crowding the pan so the chicken browns instead of steaming.
Yes, bottled barbecue sauce works well for BBQ chicken sauté. Add it near the end of cooking because many bottled sauces contain sugar and can burn over high heat; loosen a thick sauce with a small splash of water if needed.
Boneless chicken thighs usually stay juicier in BBQ chicken sauté, while chicken breast gives a leaner, firmer result. Cut either into similar-sized pieces and take breast meat off the heat as soon as it is safely cooked.
Keep BBQ chicken sauté moist by cutting the chicken evenly, cooking it in batches if the pan is crowded, and avoiding prolonged cooking. Add the sauce toward the end; its sugars can darken quickly and make the surface seem dry or burnt.
Yes, you can adapt BBQ chicken sauté for an air fryer by cooking the chicken pieces first and coating them with sauce near the end. Barbecue sauce can drip or burn, so use a suitable liner and avoid adding a thick layer too early.
BBQ chicken sauté pairs well with coleslaw, corn, baked potatoes, rice, or a green salad. A crisp or tangy side balances the sauce’s smoky sweetness, while rice or potatoes make the meal more filling.
BBQ chicken sauté is not necessarily spicy; its heat depends on the barbecue sauce and seasonings. Choose a mild sauce for a sweeter, smoky flavor, or add hot sauce or chili flakes if you want more heat.
Yes, BBQ chicken sauté can be cooked ahead and refrigerated in a covered container for 3–4 days. Reheat it until steaming hot, adding a splash of water if the sauce has thickened during storage.
People with diabetes can include BBQ chicken sauté in a meal, but barbecue sauce may contain added sugar that affects blood glucose. Choosing a lower-sugar sauce or making one at home makes the amount easier to control; follow your clinician’s individual guidance.
Vitamins
B3
16.02mg · 100% DV
B6
0.86mg · 51% DV
B5
1.98mg · 40% DV
Biotin
9µg · 30% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
342mg · 49% DV
Sodium
774mg · 34% DV
Zinc
1.98mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
522mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 333 calories in 1 serving (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.
BBQ chicken sauté is chicken cooked in a pan and coated with barbecue sauce. The sauce varies by recipe, but its smoky, sweet-tangy flavour contrasts with the savoury chicken, which stays tender as it cooks in the sauce. It is a flexible home-style dish rather than one fixed recipe.
Serve it with rice, potatoes or a crisp salad, or tuck it into a sandwich or wrap for an easy lunch. It is a protein-forward meal, with 20.5 g of protein per 100 g, while the sauce adds some carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of sauce and pair the chicken with plenty of vegetables.
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 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.