Orange chicken
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal |
| Protein | 14.5 g |
| Fat | 12.7 g |
| Carbs | 22.5 g |
Orange chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish of battered, fried chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy orange-flavoured sauce, most commonly served over steamed rice. The data here reflects the raw, uncooked preparation. Per 100 g, it provides 262 kcal, 14.5 g of protein, 12.7 g of fat and 22.5 g of carbohydrates, of which 13.6 g are sugars — reflecting the sweetened sauce — alongside 0.8 g of dietary fibre. Notable minerals include sodium at 553 mg per 100 g and potassium at 209 mg, while vitamin A contributes 75 mcg and choline 66.1 mg per 100 g. No glycemic index data is available for this dish. Among common dietary patterns, orange chicken is listed as dairy-free.
How many calories in orange chicken?
Orange chicken contains 262 kcal per 100 g in its raw form. A typical restaurant serving of around 200 g would put the calorie count at roughly 524 kcal before accounting for any accompanying rice or sides.
How much sodium is in orange chicken?
Orange chicken contains 553 mg of sodium per 100 g, making it a notably high-sodium dish. This is largely due to the sauce, which typically includes soy sauce and other seasoning ingredients.
Is orange chicken healthy?
Orange chicken has a moderate protein content of 14.5 g per 100 g but is also relatively high in fat (12.7 g), sugars (13.6 g) and sodium (553 mg). It provides useful amounts of vitamin A, choline and potassium, though the high sodium and sugar levels are worth noting if eaten frequently or in large portions.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal |
| Protein | 14.5 g |
| Fat | 12.7 g |
| Carbs | 22.5 g |
| Sugars | 13.6 g |
| Fiber | 0.80 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.4 g |
| Monounsaturated | 3.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 6.1 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.66 g |
| Omega-6 | 5.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 61.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 14.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.94 mg |
| Magnesium | 20.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 130 mg |
| Potassium | 209 mg |
| Sodium | 553 mg |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.042 mg |
| Selenium | 17.1 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 75.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 74.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0.90 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.10 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 24.4 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.043 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.22 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 10.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.20 mcg |
| Choline | 66.1 mg |