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Small folded wheat-dough parcels with visible pieces of chicken are arranged in a shallow dish, topped with white yogurt sauce, a glossy red-orange butter drizzle and a sprinkling of dried herbs.

Chicken manti Calories

Chicken-filled manti; dough-and-meat dumplings that provide protein.

CALORIES · 100 G

235kcal

GI

52medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

170mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.8g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Chicken manti (180 g) has 423 calories. That works out to 235 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.1 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 28.8 µg of Selenium covers 52% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Chicken manti Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g

423

KCAL / 180G

Carbs

51.1g

· 19% DV

Protein

20.2g

· 40% DV

Fat

14.6g

· 19% DV

Fiber

3.2g

· 11% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 19% · Fat 32%

Chicken manti nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories423 kcal
Total fat14.6 g19%
Saturated fat3.78 g19%
Trans fat0.05 g
Sodium576 mg25%
Total carbohydrate51.1 g19%
Fiber3.2 g11%
Protein20.2 g40%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Chicken manti?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)180 g423 kcal
1 piece (mini)12 g28 kcal
6 piece (small)72 g169 kcal
100 g100 g235 kcal
10 piece (medium)120 g282 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g353 kcal
15 piece (large)180 g423 kcal
20 piece (extra large)240 g564 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g588 kcal

Calculated from 235 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken manti

What is chicken manti?

Chicken manti is a type of manti: small dough dumplings filled with seasoned chicken. It is commonly served with garlicky yogurt and a warm butter or oil sauce, though fillings and toppings vary between recipes.

How do you cook chicken manti from frozen?

Cook frozen chicken manti straight from the freezer in gently boiling water or broth; thawing can make the dumplings sticky and fragile. Stir carefully after adding them, and cook until the dough is tender and the chicken filling is fully cooked.

What sauce is served with chicken manti?

Garlicky yogurt is the classic accompaniment for chicken manti, often topped with butter warmed with paprika or dried mint. Add the yogurt after the dumplings have cooled slightly so the heat does not make it split.

How is chicken manti different from Turkish beef manti?

Chicken manti has a chicken filling, while the best-known Turkish manti is often filled with minced beef. Chicken can make the filling leaner and milder, but the dumplings are usually prepared and served with similar dough, yogurt, and butter-based toppings.

Can you make chicken manti with wonton wrappers?

Yes, wonton wrappers can be used as a shortcut for chicken manti, although they are thinner and have a different texture from homemade manti dough. Keep the filling small, seal the edges firmly, and shorten the cooking time as needed.

How do you stop chicken manti from opening while cooking?

Seal chicken manti firmly by pressing the dough edges together, using a little water if they will not stick, and keeping filling away from the seams. Cook at a gentle boil rather than a vigorous one, which can knock the dumplings apart.

Can chicken manti be baked instead of boiled?

Yes, some recipes bake chicken manti before adding broth or sauce, which gives the dough a firmer, lightly browned texture. Baking alone may not cook the chicken filling evenly, so use a method that finishes the filling thoroughly.

Can you freeze chicken manti?

Yes, chicken manti freezes well. Freeze uncooked dumplings in a single layer first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook them from frozen. Cooked manti can also be frozen after cooling.

How long does cooked chicken manti keep in the refrigerator?

Cooked chicken manti keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when chilled promptly and stored in a covered container. Store yogurt and sauce separately to preserve the dumplings’ texture, and reheat the manti until thoroughly hot.

What can you serve with chicken manti?

Chicken manti is often filling enough to serve as the main dish, especially with its yogurt topping. A crisp salad or a light vegetable soup makes a good side; another dough-based dish is usually unnecessary alongside it.

Chicken manti Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

5.76mg · 36% DV

Biotin

7.2µg · 24% DV

B6

0.34mg · 20% DV

B5

0.86mg · 17% DV

Minerals

Selenium

29µg · 53% DV

Phosphorus

230mg · 33% DV

Sodium

576mg · 25% DV

Manganese

0.58mg · 25% DV

Potassium ⭐

306mg · 9% DV

Chicken manti Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

52
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

27
High

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

How to Burn Off Chicken manti

To burn the 423 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):

🚶

105min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

43min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

58min

Cycling

🏊

49min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Chicken manti?

Chicken manti is a Turkish-style take on manti: small pieces of dough wrapped around seasoned minced chicken, then cooked until tender. Manti has roots across the region, and the chicken filling is one variation found in Turkish home cooking; recipes differ in the size of the dumplings and their seasoning.

It is commonly served hot with garlic yoghurt and a drizzle of butter seasoned with red pepper or mint. The dough makes it filling, while the chicken contributes protein; a 100 g portion provides 11.2 g. For a lighter serving, use less butter and pair it with a crisp salad. It works as a main dish or as part of a shared meal.

How Nutritious Is Chicken manti?

Nutrient density

Medium

46/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

42/ 100

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.

Is Chicken manti 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 manti 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 manti 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 manti Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.78g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.86g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.88g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.