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Almond chicken
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 195 kcal —
- Protein 16 g 31%
- Carbohydrate 3.3 g 1%
- Fat 13 g 17%
- Saturated fat 1.9 g 10%
- Fibre 1.2 g 4%
- Sugars 1.4 g —
- Sodium 330 mg 14%
- Cholesterol 57 mg 19%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 19 µg 2%
- Vitamin C 11.8 mg 13%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 3.2 mg 21%
- Vitamin K 13.7 µg 11%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.21 mg 16%
- Niacin (B3) 4.3 mg 27%
- Vitamin B6 0.18 mg 11%
- Folate (B9) 16 µg 4%
- Vitamin B12 0.19 µg 8%
- Choline 39.3 mg 7%
Minerals
- Calcium 36 mg 3%
- Iron 0.82 mg 5%
- Magnesium 37 mg 9%
- Phosphorus 166 mg 13%
- Potassium 243 mg 5%
- Zinc 1.1 mg 10%
- Copper 0.14 mg 15%
- Selenium 12.6 µg 23%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 195 | 16 g | 3.3 g | 13 g |
| 1 × 1 cup | 242 g | 472 | 38 g | 7.9 g | 32 g |
| 1 × 1/2 chicken breast with sauce | 128 g | 250 | 20 g | 4.2 g | 17 g |
| 2 × 1 cup | 484 g | 944 | 76 g | 16 g | 64 g |
| ½ × 1 cup | 121 g | 236 | 19 g | 3.9 g | 16 g |
| 3 × 1 cup | 726 g | 1416 | 114 g | 24 g | 96 g |
| 4 × 1 cup | 968 g | 1888 | 152 g | 32 g | 127 g |
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Questions about Almond chicken
How do you keep the almonds crunchy in almond chicken?
Toast the almonds in a dry pan until fragrant, then set them aside. Stir them into the chicken just before serving; simmering them in the sauce makes them soft.
What vegetables go well in almond chicken?
Try sliced red pepper, carrot, broccoli, mushrooms or mange tout. Stir-fry firm vegetables first, then add the chicken and sauce; finish with the toasted almonds.
What should you serve with almond chicken?
Steamed rice is a classic partner, while noodles also soak up the soy-based sauce. For a lighter meal, serve it with extra stir-fried vegetables.
How long does almond chicken keep in the fridge?
Refrigerate leftovers within two hours in a covered container and eat them within three to four days. Reheat until steaming hot throughout, stirring so the sauce heats evenly.
Can you freeze almond chicken?
Yes, freeze it in an airtight container for up to three months. The sauce and chicken freeze well, but the almonds lose their crunch, so add freshly toasted ones after reheating.
Does almond chicken contain nuts or soy?
Usually, yes: almonds are a defining ingredient, and soy sauce commonly flavours the sauce. Recipes can also include other allergens, so check the ingredients if you are cooking for someone with an allergy.
How does almond chicken compare with chicken almond guy ding?
They are closely related chicken-and-almond stir-fries, often with vegetables and a savoury sauce. Chicken almond guy ding has 116 kcal per 100 g, while almond chicken has 195 kcal per 100 g.
Is almond chicken a good source of protein?
Yes. A typical half chicken breast with sauce is about 128 g and provides 20 g of protein.
Source: FNDDS (USDA) 27445250 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
