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Spicy chicken pasta
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chili Chicken Pasta (320 g) has 595 calories. That works out to 186 calories per 100 g. It contains 71.7 g of carbs, 29.4 g of protein, 20.5 g of fat and 5.1 g of fiber. Its 51.2 µg of Selenium covers 93% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 49 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 320 g
595
KCAL / 320G
Carbs
71.7g
· 26% DV
Protein
29.4g
· 59% DV
Fat
20.5g
· 26% DV
Fiber
5.1g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 20% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 595 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.5 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 5.12 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 992 mg | 43% |
| Total carbohydrate | 71.7 g | 26% |
| Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% |
| Protein | 29.4 g | 59% |
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) | 320 g | 595 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 167 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 260 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 240 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 420 g | 781 kcal |
Calculated from 186 calories per 100 g.
Chili chicken pasta is made by cooking chicken with chili and seasonings, then tossing it with cooked pasta and sauce. Brown the chicken first, prepare a tomato or cream-based sauce, and combine everything just before serving.
Chili chicken pasta usually contains chicken, pasta, chili, and a sauce. Depending on the recipe, it may also include garlic, onion, tomatoes, cream, or cheese, so there is no single fixed ingredient list.
Chili chicken pasta is usually mildly to moderately spicy, but the heat varies with the type and amount of chili. Start with a small amount and add more after tasting the sauce.
A tomato-based sauce or a creamy sauce both work well with chili chicken pasta. Tomato keeps the dish bright and lets the chili stand out, while cream softens the heat and makes the sauce richer.
Penne and other short shapes with ridges work especially well for chili chicken pasta because they hold onto the sauce and mix easily with chicken pieces. Fettuccine is a good choice for a creamier version.
Cook the chicken pieces until just done, then set them aside while you prepare the sauce. Stir them back into the chili chicken pasta at the end; prolonged cooking can make the chicken dry.
Serve chili chicken pasta with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables. A simple side balances the rich, spicy sauce without competing with it, and bread can help mop up any sauce left on the plate.
Yes, chili chicken pasta works well without cream. Make a tomato, garlic, or broth-based sauce instead; a little pasta cooking water helps it coat the noodles without adding cream.
Yes, leftover cooked chicken is convenient for chili chicken pasta. Add it to the finished sauce near the end, just long enough to heat through, so it does not dry out while the pasta cooks.
Yes, you can freeze chili chicken pasta, although the pasta may soften and a cream-based sauce may separate after thawing. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat gently with a splash of water.
Vitamins
B3
10.88mg · 68% DV
B6
0.61mg · 36% DV
Biotin
9.6µg · 32% DV
B5
1.34mg · 27% DV
Minerals
Selenium
51µg · 93% DV
Phosphorus
346mg · 49% DV
Manganese
1.02mg · 44% DV
Sodium
992mg · 43% DV
Potassium ⭐
544mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 595 calories in 1 serving (medium) (320 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.
Chili Chicken Pasta brings cooked pasta together with chicken pieces and a chilli-seasoned sauce. It is a contemporary, adaptable dish rather than a recipe tied to one specific region, and home cooks and casual restaurants make it in many styles, from tomato-based sauces to richer versions.
Served hot as a filling lunch or dinner, it pairs the soft, chewy pasta with tender chicken and a warming kick of chilli. A simple green salad makes a fresh side; you can also add vegetables to the pan for more variety. At 9.2 g of protein per 100 g, chicken contributes a useful protein element, while choosing a lighter sauce keeps the dish less rich.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.