Calorie guide · Turkish
Poached chicken with vegetablescalories and macros
One serving of Poached chicken with vegetables has about 340 kcal, with 40 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat. That is roughly 48% of calories from protein, 17% from carbs and 35% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein40 g48%
- Carbs14 g17%
- Fat13 g35%
Tavuk haşlama is a light Turkish dish of 180 g of chicken breast gently poached with carrot, zucchini and celery in broth, finished with 1 tbsp of olive oil, lemon and black pepper. A serving is roughly 340 kcal with 40 g of protein, close to half of the calories, plus 14 g of carbohydrates and 13 g of fat.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~350 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 97 kcal | 340 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 11.4 g | 40 g | 48% |
| Carbs | 4 g | 14 g | 17% |
| Fat | 3.7 g | 13 g | 35% |
How many calories in 100 g of Poached chicken with vegetables?
A typical serving of Poached chicken with vegetables weighs about 350 g, so 100 g has about 97 kcal, 11.4 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 3.7 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 175 g | 170 | 20 g | 7 g | 6.5 g |
| 1 serving | 350 g | 340 | 40 g | 14 g | 13 g |
| 1½ servings | 525 g | 510 | 60 g | 21 g | 19.5 g |
| 2 servings | 700 g | 680 | 80 g | 28 g | 26 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 97 | 11.4 g | 4 g | 3.7 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 194 | 22.9 g | 8 g | 7.4 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Poached chicken with vegetables
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Sugars | 5 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g | 14% |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 900 mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 20 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 520 µg | 58% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 µg | 25% |
Allergens in Poached chicken with vegetables
- Celery
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Poached chicken with vegetables fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Poached chicken with vegetables?
For a 70 kg adult, the 340 kcal in one serving is about 79 minutes of comfortable walking or 58 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 79 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 58 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Tender chicken gently poached with carrots and zucchini in a light broth, lean, protein-rich and comforting.
- 180g Chicken Breast
- Carrot, Zucchini, Celery
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Lemon, Black Pepper
How to make it
- Place 180 g of chicken breast in a pot, cover with about 600 ml of water, add salt and black pepper and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Skim off any foam and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
- Add the carrot, celery and zucchini cut into chunks.
- Simmer for another 15 to 20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through with no pink in the centre.
- Lift out the chicken, slice or shred it and return it to the pot.
- Serve in bowls with some of the broth, drizzled with 1 tbsp of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.
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How to make it lighter
- Keep the broth; drink it as a light soup to make the meal more filling.
- Add more vegetables such as potato, leek or green beans if you need a larger plate.
- Season with lemon, herbs and pepper and keep the olive oil to the measured tablespoon.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Poached chicken with vegetables?
A typical serving of Poached chicken with vegetables has about 340 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Poached chicken with vegetables?
About 97 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 350 g with 340 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Poached chicken with vegetables high in protein?
Yes. With about 40 g of protein per serving (48% of its calories), Poached chicken with vegetables is a good protein source.
Can I eat Poached chicken with vegetables while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Poached chicken with vegetables?
Roughly 79 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 58 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Poached chicken with vegetables vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Poached chicken with vegetables contains meat or fish.
Is Poached chicken with vegetables gluten-free?
A typical serving is made without gluten-containing ingredients. If you have coeliac disease, check every label for cross-contamination.
How can I make Poached chicken with vegetables lighter?
Keep the broth; drink it as a light soup to make the meal more filling. Add more vegetables such as potato, leek or green beans if you need a larger plate. Season with lemon, herbs and pepper and keep the olive oil to the measured tablespoon.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (350 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.