How many calories in teriyaki chicken
A plate of teriyaki chicken with rice has about 640 kcal and 38 g of protein.
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Teriyaki chicken is grilled chicken glazed in a sweet soy sauce, usually served on a mound of rice. You'll find it in every Japanese takeaway and lunch box.
A plate is about 640 kcal, with 38 g of protein, 90 g of carbs and 14 g of fat. The rice and the sugary glaze make up most of the carbs.
It's a solid meal with plenty of protein. The portion of rice is the part to watch.
Tips
- 1Ask for less rice and add a side of greens or salad.
- 2Get the sauce on the side, it's sweet and goes a long way.
- 3Use chicken breast at home instead of thigh.
Where it comes from
Teriyaki is a Japanese way of grilling from the Edo period (1603 to 1868), when soy sauce became widely available and was mixed with sweet mirin into a glaze. The name says what it does: teri means shine and yaki means grilling. At first it was used mostly on fish. Japanese workers in Hawaii made a sweeter version with chicken, and that is the one the rest of the world got to know.
Where does our food come from? · Source: HistoryLink.org, A Taste of History: Teriyaki in Seattle
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Questions
Is teriyaki chicken healthy?
It's a decent meal with 38 g of protein. The glaze has sugar and the rice is big, so portion is what matters.
Where do most of the calories come from?
The rice and the sweet sauce, which is why the 90 g of carbs is so high.
How do I log it in Caltype?
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How many calories in a tablespoon of teriyaki sauce?
About 15 kcal, mostly sugar. A takeaway plate easily has three or four spoons on it.
Is teriyaki chicken made with thigh or breast?
Takeaways usually use thigh, which stays juicy. Skinless breast has a bit less fat, but on a whole plate the difference is usually well under 100 kcal.
