Chicken or turkey, stuffing, and vegetables including carrots, broccoli, and/or dark-green leafy; no sauce
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This is a comforting, savory plate of roasted poultry paired with savory bread stuffing and a medley of tender vegetables. The turkey or chicken offers a lean, juicy bite, while the stuffing provides a soft, herby, and savory contrast, and the vegetables add a fresh, earthy crunch. It's a balanced, satisfying meal with a solid protein base and a good mix of complex carbs and healthy fats.
Calorie split: 18% protein · 33% carbs · 49% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love this meal for its deep, familiar comfort and the harmonious blend of savory, herby, and fresh flavors. It's a versatile classic that feels like a celebration, often tied to family gatherings and holidays.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The stuffing can be high in sodium and refined carbs, potentially causing blood sugar spikes or water retention. To counteract this, choose a whole-grain stuffing, watch portion sizes, and ensure the vegetables make up half your plate for added fiber.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of lean protein for muscle maintenance.
- Provides complex carbohydrates for sustained energy.
- Contains fiber from vegetables and stuffing for digestive health.
- Offers essential vitamins like A and C from carrots and broccoli.
- A balanced, one-plate meal that covers multiple food groups.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The tradition of stuffing poultry dates back to ancient Rome, where they filled birds with a mixture of spelt, herbs, and pork.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 69.5 g |
| Energy | 159 kcal |
| Protein | 7.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 8.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 13.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 30.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.86 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 14.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 78.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 135 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 369 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.52 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 11.9 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 5.3 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.11 mg |
| Niacin | 2.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate, total | 33.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 11.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 22.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 41.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 18.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.08 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 183 ug |
| Retinol | 68.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1142 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 463 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 230 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 20.8 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.7 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.62 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.1 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.10 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.20 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 21.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Turnover, chicken- or turkey-, and vegetable-filled, reduced fat, frozen — USDA does not publish this profile for Chicken or turkey.
| Tryptophan | 0.16 g |
| Threonine | 0.41 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.47 g |
| Leucine | 0.80 g |
| Lysine | 0.61 g |
| Methionine | 0.23 g |
| Cystine | 0.13 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.47 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.37 g |
| Valine | 0.53 g |
| Arginine | 0.51 g |
| Histidine | 0.30 g |
| Alanine | 0.45 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.80 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.38 g |
| Proline | 0.87 g |
| Serine | 0.42 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is this meal considered healthy?
Yes, it's a well-balanced meal. The lean poultry provides protein, the stuffing offers carbs, and the vegetables supply fiber and micronutrients. The overall healthiness depends on the specific preparation, especially the amount of fat and salt in the stuffing.
Can I make this meal lower in calories?
Absolutely. Use a skinless poultry breast, opt for a stuffing made with whole grains and plenty of herbs instead of fat, and increase the portion of non-starchy vegetables like broccoli and leafy greens.
Is this meal suitable for a low-carb diet?
Not as traditionally served, due to the bread-based stuffing. For a low-carb version, you could replace the stuffing with a cauliflower-based alternative or simply omit it and double the vegetables.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.59 kcal/g · 18% calories from protein · 1.3 g fiber · 1.9 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 2.73 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.