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Protein- and fiber-rich stew
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh (300 g) has 402 calories. That works out to 134 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.3 g of carbs, 33.9 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 12.6 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Copper covers 67% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 31 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 300 g
402
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
42.3g
· 15% DV
Protein
33.9g
· 68% DV
Fat
11.1g
· 14% DV
Fiber
12.6g
· 45% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 34% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 402 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.1 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.55 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 825 mg | 36% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% |
| Protein | 33.9 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) | 300 g | 402 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 241 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 220 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 320 g | 429 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 603 kcal |
Calculated from 134 calories per 100 g.
White beans are used in White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh, as its name suggests. Dried beans give the stew its classic texture when soaked and cooked until tender; canned white beans also work, but add them later so they do not turn mushy.
Yes, chicken breast can replace the thighs in White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh. It is leaner and cooks faster, so add it later than the beans or check it early to keep the meat from drying out.
Browning the chicken first is optional, but it adds a deeper savory flavor to White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh. Sear the thighs in the pot before adding the onion, tomato paste, beans, and liquid, then continue cooking until the chicken is done.
Yes, canned beans are convenient for White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh. Drain and rinse them, then stir them in after the chicken is nearly cooked; this prevents the beans from breaking apart during a long simmer.
Mash a few cooked beans against the side of the pot to thicken White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh naturally. Simmer the stew uncovered briefly if it is still too thin, rather than adding flour, which can make the broth taste pasty.
White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh is a home-style variation on Turkish kuru fasulye, a well-known bean stew. Traditional versions often use beef or lamb, while chicken thighs provide a different flavor and make this a distinct variation.
Rice pilaf, crusty bread, or a fresh salad all pair well with White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh. For a lighter meal, serve it with salad or cooked vegetables instead of adding another starch.
White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when promptly cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and make sure the chicken and beans are thoroughly hot throughout.
Yes, White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh freezes well. Cool it before packing into freezer-safe portions, leaving room for expansion; thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly. The beans may soften slightly after freezing and thawing.
Yes, White Bean Stew with Chicken Thigh is filling because it combines protein-rich chicken with fiber-rich beans. Serving it with vegetables makes a balanced meal; a large serving of bread or rice is not necessary for it to be satisfying.
Vitamins
Folate
234µg · 59% DV
B3
8.4mg · 53% DV
B6
0.72mg · 42% DV
B1
0.36mg · 30% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.6mg · 67% DV
Selenium
35µg · 64% DV
Phosphorus
417mg · 60% DV
Manganese
0.96mg · 42% DV
Sodium
825mg · 36% DV
Potassium ⭐
954mg · 28% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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White bean stew with chicken thigh brings together tender white beans and chicken in a gently simmered, savoury stew. It fits naturally into Turkish home cooking, where kuru fasulye is a familiar bean dish; onion and tomato paste are common additions, though recipes vary.
Serve it hot for lunch or dinner, often with rice, bread or a crisp salad. The beans give the dish fibre, while the chicken and beans make it a protein-rich, filling meal: per 100 g, it provides 11.3 g of protein and 4.2 g of fibre. For a lighter plate, pair a modest portion with salad rather than adding extra rice or bread.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.19g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.