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High-protein chicken sauté with peppers
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chicken pepper sauté (180 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 34 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 15.5 mg of B3 covers 97% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
256
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
34g
· 68% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 54% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 34 g | 68% |
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 | 256 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 18 g | 26 kcal |
| ½ cup (diced) | 80 g | 114 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 320 g | 454 kcal |
Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.
Chicken pepper sauté is made by browning bite-size chicken pieces in a hot pan, then cooking sliced peppers until tender. Avoid crowding the pan, which can make the chicken steam instead of brown, and season with salt, pepper, and your preferred spices.
Garlic, black pepper, paprika, and a little dried oregano work well in chicken pepper sauté. Add chili flakes for heat, or finish with lemon juice to brighten the savory chicken and sweet peppers.
Both work in chicken pepper sauté: breast cooks quickly and is lean, while boneless thighs tend to stay juicier. Cut the meat into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same pace as the peppers.
To keep chicken pepper sauté from getting watery, use a wide, hot pan and cook in batches if needed. Crowding releases moisture and steams the ingredients; add the peppers after the chicken has browned and its liquid has mostly evaporated.
Yes, onions and tomatoes can be added to chicken pepper sauté. Cook the onion until softened before adding the chicken, and add chopped tomatoes later so they flavor the pan without making the peppers lose all their texture.
Serve chicken pepper sauté with rice, potatoes, noodles, or warm bread to make it a more filling meal. For a lighter plate, pair it with a crisp salad or plain yogurt; both complement the savory chicken and peppers.
Yes, chicken pepper sauté works for meal prep because it can be portioned and refrigerated after cooking. Store it in a covered container, keep any rice or other sides separate, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Reheat chicken pepper sauté gently in a covered pan with a small splash of water, stirring until hot throughout. The added moisture creates steam and helps the chicken stay tender; avoid leaving it over high heat for a long time.
Yes, chicken pepper sauté can be frozen once it has cooled. Divide it into airtight portions and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly; the peppers may be softer after freezing, but the dish remains suitable for a quick meal.
Mushrooms, zucchini, and onions are easy additions to chicken pepper sauté. Cook vegetables that release moisture, such as mushrooms, before adding the chicken or in a separate batch, so the pan stays hot enough to brown the meat.
Vitamins
B3
15.48mg · 97% DV
Vitamin C
57.6mg · 64% DV
B6
0.94mg · 55% DV
B5
1.55mg · 31% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
333mg · 48% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
549mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 256 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.
Chicken pepper sauté is a simple Turkish-style pan-cooked dish of bite-sized chicken and strips of pepper. In home kitchens, it may also include onion, tomato and everyday seasonings, with the exact mix varying from one cook to another.
The chicken turns tender with browned edges, while the peppers soften and bring a mild sweetness. It is usually served hot, often with rice, bulgur or bread; a salad or yogurt on the side makes an easy meal. The dish is protein-rich and relatively low in carbohydrates. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and add extra peppers or other vegetables.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
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 2
Minimally 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
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.