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Main dish combining chicken and mashed potatoes
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chicken with mashed potatoes (250 g) has 370 calories. That works out to 148 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 31 g of protein, 14.5 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 10.3 mg of B3 covers 64% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
370
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
31g
· 62% DV
Fat
14.5g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 34% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.5 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.25 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 31 g | 62% |
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) | 250 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 133 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 207 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 355 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 414 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 518 kcal |
Calculated from 148 calories per 100 g.
Cook the chicken until fully done, then slice or shred it and serve it over mashed potatoes. For the mash, boil peeled potatoes until tender, drain well, and mash with warm milk and butter until smooth.
Gravy is a classic sauce for chicken with mashed potatoes because it adds moisture to both the meat and the mash. Chicken gravy works especially well, but a pan sauce made from the cooked chicken drippings is another option.
Yes, rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut for chicken with mashed potatoes. Remove the skin and bones, shred the meat, and warm it before serving; check its seasoning before adding salt to the rest of the dish.
Avoid overcooking the chicken breast, which can make it dry in chicken with mashed potatoes. Cook it until safely done, let it rest briefly before slicing, and spoon gravy or a little cooking liquid over it when serving.
Yes, you can serve chicken and mashed potatoes from one pan by cooking the chicken first, setting it aside, and making a quick pan sauce. Prepare the potatoes separately, then plate the mash with the chicken and sauce.
Green beans, peas, carrots, and broccoli all pair well with chicken and mashed potatoes. Their fresh texture balances the soft mash, and steaming or roasting them keeps the side simple without competing with the chicken.
Refrigerate chicken with mashed potatoes within two hours of cooking in a covered container. It keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator; discard it if it has been left out too long or shows signs of spoilage.
Yes, chicken with mashed potatoes can be frozen, though the potatoes may become grainy or watery after thawing. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly, stirring the mash to improve its texture.
Reheat chicken with mashed potatoes covered, using low heat in the oven or short intervals in the microwave. Add a splash of milk to the mash and a little broth or gravy to the chicken, then heat until steaming throughout.
Yes, prepare the chicken and mashed potatoes ahead and refrigerate them separately for easier reheating. Keeping them apart helps the potatoes retain their texture instead of absorbing chicken juices; combine them just before serving.
Vitamins
B3
10.25mg · 64% DV
B6
0.6mg · 35% DV
B5
1.55mg · 31% DV
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Phosphorus
320mg · 46% DV
Sodium
638mg · 28% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
638mg · 19% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 370 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 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 with mashed potatoes pairs cooked chicken with potatoes mashed until soft, making a familiar, filling main course. The chicken may be roasted, pan-cooked or simmered, while the mash is often made with butter or milk; recipes vary from home to home.
The smooth, mild potatoes soften the savoury taste of the chicken. It is commonly served as a lunch or dinner plate, with vegetables or a crisp salad alongside, and works well as a simple family meal. The combination provides protein from the chicken and carbohydrates from the potatoes; it has 12.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use less butter in the mash and add extra vegetables to the plate.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ 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
4.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.