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Turkish Chicken Cantik Calories
Chicken-topped Turkish open flatbread
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Turkish Chicken Cantik (180 g) has 400 calories. That works out to 222 calories per 100 g. It contains 42 g of carbs, 15.2 g of protein, 18 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 36 µg of Selenium covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Turkish Chicken Cantik Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
400
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
42g
· 15% DV
Protein
15.2g
· 30% DV
Fat
18g
· 23% 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 43% · Protein 16% · Fat 41%
Turkish Chicken Cantik nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 846 mg | 37% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% |
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 Medium Turkish Chicken Cantik?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 95 g | 211 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 311 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 240 g | 533 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 622 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 320 g | 710 kcal |
Calculated from 222 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkish Chicken Cantik
What is Turkish Chicken Cantik?
Turkish chicken cantik is an open-faced Turkish flatbread topped with seasoned chicken and baked until the dough is golden and the topping is cooked. It is a chicken variation of cantik, a specialty associated with Bursa.
Where does Turkish Chicken Cantik come from?
Turkish Chicken Cantik comes from the cantik tradition associated with Bursa, in northwestern Turkey. Traditional cantik is an open, topped dough preparation; chicken cantik adapts that style by using chicken rather than the more familiar minced-meat topping.
How is Turkish Chicken Cantik traditionally made?
Turkish Chicken Cantik is made by spreading a seasoned chicken topping over a small, open piece of dough and baking it in a hot oven. Recipes vary in the dough and seasonings, but the topping remains exposed rather than enclosed.
Is Turkish Chicken Cantik the same as chicken pide?
They are similar open-faced Turkish flatbreads, but Turkish Chicken Cantik follows Bursa’s cantik style and is often made as a smaller, round portion. Chicken pide is commonly shaped as a longer, larger flatbread; bakeries may vary.
What goes on top of Turkish Chicken Cantik?
Seasoned chicken is the defining topping on Turkish Chicken Cantik. Depending on the recipe, it may also include ingredients such as onion, tomato, pepper, or herbs; there is no single topping combination used everywhere.
Is the chicken cooked before it goes on Turkish Chicken Cantik?
Either method is used: some Turkish Chicken Cantik recipes put finely chopped raw chicken on the dough, while others use chicken cooked beforehand. If starting with raw chicken, bake the cantik until the topping is fully cooked.
What should you serve with Turkish Chicken Cantik?
Serve Turkish Chicken Cantik with a crisp salad, yogurt, or a cooling ayran. These sides complement the warm, savory flatbread, and a vegetable-based side makes the meal feel less heavy.
Can you freeze Turkish Chicken Cantik?
Yes, Turkish Chicken Cantik can be frozen once it has cooled. Wrap individual pieces or store them in an airtight container, then thaw in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven until hot throughout.
How do you reheat Turkish Chicken Cantik without drying it out?
Reheat Turkish Chicken Cantik in a moderately warm oven rather than leaving it uncovered in a very hot oven. Covering it loosely for part of the reheating helps keep the chicken moist; uncover it briefly to crisp the base.
Is Turkish Chicken Cantik a healthy meal?
Turkish Chicken Cantik can be part of a balanced meal: it provides chicken alongside bread, but the preparation may also use oil. Pair a moderate portion with vegetables, and choose a less oily homemade version if you want a lighter meal.
Turkish Chicken Cantik Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
10.08mg · 63% DV
B6
0.68mg · 40% DV
B1
0.34mg · 28% DV
Biotin
7.56µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
284mg · 41% DV
Sodium
846mg · 37% DV
Manganese
0.76mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
391mg · 12% DV
Turkish Chicken Cantik Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Turkish Chicken Cantik
To burn the 400 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Turkish Chicken Cantik?
Turkish Chicken Cantik is a chicken-topped version of cantık, an open, oven-baked flatbread associated especially with Bursa. Cantık is often made with minced meat; this variation uses chicken, with seasonings that can differ from one bakery or recipe to another. The soft, baked dough and savoury topping make it a compact, filling meal.
In Turkey it is commonly enjoyed hot, as a quick lunch or casual dinner, often with ayran or a fresh salad. Outside Turkey, it works well as a shareable flatbread or an easy meal alongside vegetables. It combines carbohydrates from the dough with protein from the chicken; for a lighter plate, pair a piece with plenty of salad and choose a portion that suits your appetite.
How Nutritious Is Turkish Chicken Cantik?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Turkish Chicken Cantik 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 Turkish Chicken Cantik Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Turkish Chicken Cantik Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Turkish Chicken Cantik Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33:1).
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