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Cajun Chicken 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cajun Chicken 2 Recipe

Cajun Chicken 2 has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 5.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 18 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Cajun cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 71, for Cajun Chicken 2, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein28%
 Calories from Fat63%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A116.5 IU2.3%Mid 40%Average
Retinol14.6 mcg
Vitamin C6 mg10%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.7 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.2 mg11.2%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate6.7 mcg1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.37 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium14.2 mg1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.75 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium11.2 mg2.8%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus64.4 mg6.4%Mid 40%Average
Potassium142.3 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Sodium102.5 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.75 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium5.2 mcg7.5%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.13 g0.7%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0.41 g1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.7 g13.5%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.8 g10.4%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.9 g9.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259 Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.1 g 27.8%

Saturated Fat 5.2 g 26%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 84.4 mg 28.1%

Sodium 273.7 mg 11.4%

Total Carbohydrates 5.7 g 1.9%

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 18 g 36%

Vitamin A 6.2% Vitamin C 26.7%

Calcium 3.8% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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