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Cajun Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cajun Chicken Recipe

Cajun Chicken has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 2g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 16 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and high in trans fats.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cajun Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat85%
 Calories from Carbs2%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium310 mg8.9%
Sodium135 mg5.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2 g0.7%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16 g32%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat46 g70.8%
Saturated Fat4 g20%
Total Trans Fatty Acids1.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 480 Calories from Fat 410

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 46 g 70.8%

Saturated Fat 4 g 20%

Trans Fat 1.5 g

Cholesterol 50 mg 16.7%

Sodium 135 mg 5.6%

Total Carbohydrates 2 g 0.7%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 16 g 32%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 2% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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