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Whole-wheat chicken börek Calories
Source of protein and whole grains
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Whole-wheat chicken börek (120 g) has 262 calories. That works out to 218 calories per 100 g. It contains 25 g of carbs, 14.9 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 3.7 g of fiber. Its 27.6 µg of Selenium covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Whole-wheat chicken börek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
262
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
14.9g
· 30% DV
Fat
11.3g
· 14% DV
Fiber
3.7g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 23% · Fat 39%
Whole-wheat chicken börek nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.3 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.46 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 468 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% |
| Protein | 14.9 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 Whole-wheat chicken börek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 55 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 85 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 90 g | 196 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 150 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 371 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 523 kcal |
Calculated from 218 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whole-wheat chicken börek
What is whole-wheat chicken börek?
Whole-wheat chicken börek is a baked, layered pastry filled with chicken and made with whole-wheat dough or pastry sheets. It is a processed dish; packaged versions can differ in their ingredients, while homemade versions let you choose the filling and amount of oil.
How do you make whole-wheat chicken börek at home?
To make whole-wheat chicken börek, layer or roll whole-wheat pastry around cooked, shredded chicken filling, then bake until browned. Let the filling cool before assembling so steam does not make the pastry soggy.
Can you use phyllo for whole-wheat chicken börek?
Yes, whole-wheat phyllo or yufka works for whole-wheat chicken börek. Brush the sheets lightly with oil or your chosen pastry wash, and cover unused sheets while assembling so they do not dry out and crack.
How do you keep whole-wheat chicken börek crispy?
For crisp whole-wheat chicken börek, use a cooled filling that is not watery and avoid soaking the pastry with too much oil or liquid. Bake until the underside is cooked as well as the top, then rest it briefly before serving.
What filling goes well in whole-wheat chicken börek?
Cooked shredded chicken is the classic filling for whole-wheat chicken börek, and onion, parsley, black pepper, or paprika add flavor. Keep vegetables and any sauce modest so the filling does not release excess moisture into the pastry.
Can whole-wheat chicken börek be made ahead?
Yes, you can assemble whole-wheat chicken börek ahead and refrigerate it covered until baking. Keep the filling cold and avoid leaving raw pastry with a wet filling for too long, as it can soften before it goes into the oven.
How long does leftover whole-wheat chicken börek keep?
Leftover whole-wheat chicken börek keeps in the refrigerator for a few days when cooled promptly and stored covered. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until the chicken filling is hot throughout.
Can whole-wheat chicken börek be frozen?
Yes, whole-wheat chicken börek freezes well. Freeze cooled portions in an airtight container, then thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven; this helps restore a crisp pastry better than microwaving.
What should you serve with whole-wheat chicken börek?
Serve whole-wheat chicken börek with a crisp salad, yogurt, or a light vegetable soup. These sides balance the savory pastry and make it easy to turn a piece of börek into a fuller meal.
Is whole-wheat chicken börek good for weight loss?
Whole-wheat chicken börek can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but the portion and preparation matter. For a lighter homemade version, use less oil, add vegetables to the chicken filling, and pair it with salad rather than another pastry.
Whole-wheat chicken börek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
6.12mg · 38% DV
B6
0.37mg · 22% DV
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
Biotin
4.92µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
28µg · 51% DV
Manganese
1.03mg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
205mg · 29% DV
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Sodium
468mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
257mg · 8% DV
Whole-wheat chicken börek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Whole-wheat chicken börek
To burn the 262 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Whole-wheat chicken börek?
Whole-wheat chicken börek is a Turkish savoury pastry: whole-wheat pastry or yufka is wrapped or layered around a chicken filling, then baked. It has a lightly crisp exterior and a soft, savoury centre. In Turkey, börek is enjoyed at breakfast, with tea, or as a convenient meal; elsewhere, it also works well as a snack or a simple lunch.
The chicken provides protein, while the whole-wheat pastry contributes whole grains and fibre. A 100 g portion contains 12.4 g of protein. Serve it warm with a crisp salad for a more complete-feeling meal.
How Nutritious Is Whole-wheat chicken börek?
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 Whole-wheat chicken börek 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 Whole-wheat chicken börek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Whole-wheat chicken börek 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
Whole-wheat chicken börek Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.46g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.