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Chicken Katsu Calories

Japanese-style crispy fried chicken cutlet, panko-breaded

CALORIES

245kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM

260mg

FIBER

0.8g

Chicken Katsu Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

245

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

15.2g

· 25%

Protein

17.5g

· 29%

Fat

12.2g

· 46%

Fiber

0.8g

Chicken Katsu Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

5.2mg · 33% DV

B6

0.38mg · 22% DV

B5

0.7mg · 14% DV

Biotin

4µg · 13% DV

Minerals

Selenium

13µg · 24% DV

Phosphorus

160mg · 23% DV

Sodium

420mg · 18% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

Chicken Katsu Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Chicken Katsu Processed?

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.

Does Chicken Katsu Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Chicken Katsu Good For?

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

Chicken Katsu Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.7g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.2g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 21.4:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (21.4:1).

Foods Similar to Chicken Katsu

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Pan-fried chicken breast

165 kcal

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Pan-cooked chicken

215 kcal

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Crispy fried chicken

294 kcal

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Pan-cooked chicken breast fillet

165 kcal

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Lean cooked chicken breast

165 kcal

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Pan-cooked chicken breast

165 kcal

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Sauteed chicken

209 kcal

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Breaded fried chicken

294 kcal

Chicken Katsu — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in chicken katsu?

Chicken katsu contains 245 calories per 100 g.

Is chicken katsu high in protein?

Chicken katsu provides 17.5 g of protein per 100 g. This can contribute to protein intake as part of a meal.

How many carbs are in chicken katsu?

Chicken katsu contains 15.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat does chicken katsu have?

There are 12.2 g of fat in 100 g of chicken katsu.

Can chicken katsu fit into a diet?

It can be assessed based on your calorie and macronutrient targets. A 100 g portion has 245 calories, 15.2 g of carbs, and 12.2 g of fat.

Does chicken katsu raise blood sugar?

Chicken katsu has a glycemic index of 55. It contains 15.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

Does chicken katsu contain fiber?

Yes. Chicken katsu provides 0.8 g of fiber per 100 g.

Is chicken katsu gluten-free?

No. Chicken katsu contains gluten, which is a listed allergen.

Does chicken katsu contain eggs?

Yes. Eggs are listed as an allergen in chicken katsu, so it is not suitable for people with an egg allergy.

What diets is chicken katsu suitable for?

Chicken katsu is compatible with omnivore and flexitarian diets. It is classified as a processed food.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.