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High in protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Tomato paste chicken drumsticks (170 g) has 299 calories. That works out to 176 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.6 g of carbs, 39.9 g of protein, 13.4 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 13.8 mg of B3 covers 86% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 170 g
299
KCAL / 170G
Carbs
4.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
39.9g
· 80% DV
Fat
13.4g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 53% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 299 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.4 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.48 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 425 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% |
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 piece (medium) | 85 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 114 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 115 g | 202 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 170 g | 299 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 170 g | 299 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 230 g | 405 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 255 g | 449 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 528 kcal |
Calculated from 176 calories per 100 g.
Tomato paste chicken drumsticks are made by coating the drumsticks in tomato paste thinned with a little water, oil and seasonings, then roasting or braising them. Coat them evenly so the sauce seasons the meat rather than collecting only at the bottom of the pan.
Tomato paste chicken drumsticks usually take around 40–50 minutes in a 200°C (400°F) oven, depending on their size. Check the thickest part without touching the bone; chicken is safely cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
Keep tomato paste chicken drumsticks moist by starting them covered and uncovering them near the end to brown. Add a little water or stock to the pan, avoid overcooking, and let the meat rest briefly before serving so its juices settle.
Yes, tomato paste chicken drumsticks can be cooked in a slow cooker. Thin the paste with a little liquid and coat the chicken before cooking; the drumsticks will be tender, though the skin will not turn crisp unless you brown them separately afterward.
Rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad pair well with tomato paste chicken drumsticks. Spoon the tomato-rich pan juices over rice or potatoes, and add a fresh side to balance the savory sauce.
Yes, tomato sauce can replace tomato paste in tomato paste chicken drumsticks, but the coating will be thinner and less concentrated. Reduce other liquids in the recipe and simmer the sauce until it clings to the chicken.
For crispier tomato paste chicken drumsticks, keep most of the wet sauce off the skin and roast them uncovered near the end. Pat the skin dry before seasoning; a heavy layer of tomato paste on top will soften it rather than crisp it.
Yes, tomato paste chicken drumsticks can be grilled over indirect heat. Tomato paste can scorch over direct flames, so cook the drumsticks away from the hottest part of the grill and turn them regularly until fully cooked.
Cooked tomato paste chicken drumsticks keep for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them within two hours of cooking, then reheat until steaming hot throughout.
Yes, cooked tomato paste chicken drumsticks freeze well. Cool them, pack them airtight to prevent freezer burn, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly; the sauce may separate slightly, but stirring it brings it back together.
Vitamins
B3
13.77mg · 86% DV
B6
0.66mg · 39% DV
B5
1.5mg · 30% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
37µg · 67% DV
Phosphorus
325mg · 46% DV
Zinc
3.15mg · 29% DV
Sodium
425mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
519mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Tomato paste chicken drumsticks are a Turkish home-style dish: chicken legs cooked with tomato paste and seasonings, either roasted or simmered until tender. Recipes vary, but the paste gives the cooking juices a deep, savoury tomato flavour and a warm red colour.
The meat is usually juicy beneath its browned skin, with a sauce that is good for spooning over rice or bulgur. In Turkey, it is commonly served as a family dinner with a simple salad or vegetables; elsewhere, it also pairs easily with potatoes or crusty bread. It is a protein-rich main with relatively little carbohydrate. For a lighter plate, remove the skin and serve the drumsticks with extra 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.
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.
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
3.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.