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Restaurant-style pasta dish with chicken and thyme-seasoned sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Thyme chicken pasta (350 g) has 637 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 70.4 g of carbs, 36.4 g of protein, 23.5 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 56 µg of Selenium covers 102% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 350 g
637
KCAL / 350G
Carbs
70.4g
· 26% DV
Protein
36.4g
· 73% DV
Fat
23.5g
· 30% DV
Fiber
4.9g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 23% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 637 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.5 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 6.3 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 1015 mg | 44% |
| Total carbohydrate | 70.4 g | 26% |
| Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% |
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% |
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) | 350 g | 637 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 164 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 250 g | 455 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 360 g | 655 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 500 g | 910 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
No, thyme chicken pasta is not usually spicy; thyme gives it a savory, herbal flavor rather than heat. A restaurant or homemade version may include pepper or chili, so ask about the sauce if you want to avoid spice.
Thyme chicken pasta tastes savory and herbal, with tender chicken and a seasoned sauce coating the pasta. Restaurant-style versions may be creamy or otherwise rich, while homemade recipes can be adjusted to make the thyme flavor more or less pronounced.
A creamy, thyme-seasoned sauce is a common choice for thyme chicken pasta, though recipes vary. For a lighter sauce, toss the chicken and pasta with olive oil, garlic, a little pasta water, and thyme instead of using a cream-based sauce.
Short pasta shapes such as penne, fusilli, or rigatoni work well in thyme chicken pasta because they catch the chicken and sauce. Long pasta also works; choose a shape that is easy to coat and serve with the pieces of chicken.
Yes, fresh thyme works well in thyme chicken pasta and gives the sauce a fragrant, fresh herbal note. Strip the leaves from the woody stems and add them during cooking; use a lighter hand at first, then adjust the seasoning to taste.
To keep the chicken tender in thyme chicken pasta, cut it into evenly sized pieces and avoid cooking it for longer than needed. Brown it in batches if the pan is crowded, then finish it in the sauce rather than letting it simmer for a long time.
Yes, you can prepare thyme chicken pasta ahead, but the pasta may absorb sauce and soften as it sits. For a better texture, store the cooked chicken and sauce separately from the pasta, then combine and heat them just before serving.
Serve thyme chicken pasta with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or steamed greens. A fresh, lightly dressed side balances a rich sauce without competing with the thyme and chicken flavors.
Store leftover thyme chicken pasta in a covered, shallow container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Do not leave it sitting at room temperature for an extended time, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture seems unusual.
Yes, thyme chicken pasta can be frozen, although creamy sauces may separate and the pasta may soften after thawing. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it thoroughly, stirring gently to bring the sauce back together.
Vitamins
B3
11.9mg · 74% DV
Biotin
14µg · 47% DV
B6
0.67mg · 39% DV
B5
1.68mg · 34% DV
Minerals
Selenium
56µg · 102% DV
Phosphorus
392mg · 56% DV
Manganese
1.12mg · 49% DV
Sodium
1015mg · 44% DV
Potassium ⭐
595mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 637 calories in 1 serving (medium) (350 g):
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Thyme chicken pasta brings pasta together with pieces of chicken and a thyme-seasoned sauce. It is a familiar restaurant-style main course, though the sauce can vary from one kitchen to another; thyme gives it a fragrant, savoury herbal note.
Serve it hot for lunch or dinner, as it is in restaurants and homes, or add a green salad for freshness. The pasta makes it a filling, carbohydrate-led meal, while chicken contributes protein; it provides 10.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, keep the sauce modest and pair it with plenty of vegetables, or choose a serving with a generous share of chicken.
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
6.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.