Sweet And Sour Chicken

Sweet and sour chicken or turkey

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Sweet and sour chicken or turkey's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

12%

250 kcal Calories

20%

10.1 g Protein

23.9 g Carbs

16%

12.7 g Fat

Fair nutrient density 20/100

How many beneficial nutrients Sweet and sour chicken or turkey delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Sweet and sour chicken or turkey come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

250 kcal / serving

38% from carbs

Carbs 38%

23.9 g per serving
Fat 46%

12.7 g per serving
Protein 16%

10.1 g per serving

What Sweet and sour chicken or turkey is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Niacin (B3)23% Selenium21% Protein20% Vitamin K19% Vitamin B615% Iron12% Phosphorus11%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	23.9 g	9%
Dietary Fiber	1.0 g	4%
Total Sugars	11.5 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	12.7 g	16%
Saturated Fat	1.9 g	10%
Monounsaturated Fat	2.7 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	6.4 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	772.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	5,595.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	2.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	4.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	1.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	1.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	13.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	1,312.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	507.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	49.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	2,594.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	54.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	7.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	5,595.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	24.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	3.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	3.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	10.1 g	20%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	18.0 mcg	2%
Vitamin C	2.4 mg	3%
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg	1%
Vitamin E	0.8 mg	5%
Vitamin K	22.5 mcg	19%
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg	4%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.0 mg	3%
Niacin (B3)	3.7 mg	23%
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg	15%
Folate (B9)	11.0 mcg	3%
Vitamin B12	0.1 mcg	4%
Choline	24.2 mg	4%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	45.0 mg	3%
Iron	2.1 mg	12%
Magnesium	15.0 mg	4%
Phosphorus	135.0 mg	11%
Potassium	158.0 mg	3%
Sodium	246.0 mg	11%
Zinc	0.4 mg	4%
Copper	0.0 mg	4%
Selenium	11.5 mcg	21%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	27.0 mg	9%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	~	—

About Sweet and sour chicken or turkey

Sweet and sour chicken is a cornerstone of Chinese-American takeout: bite-sized pieces of chicken (or turkey), usually battered and fried, coated in a glossy red-orange sauce that plays sweetness against tang, often with pineapple and peppers in the mix.

The chicken brings complete protein, but the batter, frying and sugary sauce are what define this dish nutritionally, landing it around 250 calories per 100 grams with a notable amount of added sugar and sodium. It is tasty and satisfying, but more of a treat than an everyday meal.

Versions where the chicken is stir-fried rather than deep-fried, with the sauce kept lighter on sugar, are considerably easier on the calories. The peppers and pineapple add a welcome bit of vitamin C and freshness to the plate.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Sweet and sour chicken or turkey?

There are 250 calories in 100 g of Sweet and sour chicken or turkey, or about 45 calories in 1 nugget (18 g).

How much protein is in Sweet and sour chicken or turkey?

Sweet and sour chicken or turkey contains 10.1 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Sweet and sour chicken or turkey?

Sweet and sour chicken or turkey has 23.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Sweet and sour chicken or turkey?

Sweet and sour chicken or turkey provides 12.7 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Sweet and sour chicken or turkey a good source of?

Sweet and sour chicken or turkey is an excellent source of Niacin (B3) (23% DV), Selenium (21% DV) and Protein (20% DV) and a good source of Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Iron and Phosphorus (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.