Molokhia with Chicken
The time-honoured comfort dish of the Levant: molokhia leaves cooked with lean chicken, coriander and garlic. It is almost free of net carbohydrate (no glycemic effect) and is an ideal food for fullness and gut health.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
A complete meal for people with diabetes or on a diet; eat it with a spoon with the chicken pieces and a squeeze of lemon, with just three or four spoonfuls of white rice on the side.
Best preparation methods
Cook it over low heat in natural chicken broth, make the finishing fry with olive oil, minced garlic and dried coriander, and add lemon to boost iron absorption.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 115 kcal | 287.5 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g | 35 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6 g | 15 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 4 g | 10 g |
| Fat | 4 g | 10 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2 g | 5 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 115 kcal per 100 g, ranking 3 of 28 in Arabic dishes (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Molokhia with Chicken good for weight loss?
It can be a useful part of a weight-loss plan because it provides 12.2 g of protein per 100 kcal, and protein supports fullness. A 250 g portion gives 288 kcal.
How does Molokhia with Chicken affect blood sugar?
Molokhia with Chicken contains only 4 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Molokhia with Chicken?
A typical 250 g portion of Molokhia with Chicken provides about 288 kcal, 35 g protein, 15 g carbohydrate, 10 g fat and 5 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.