Cheesy Mexican Chicken 1 has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 9.8g 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 25.2 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.
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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican 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 35, for Cheesy Mexican Chicken 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 64% | |
Calories from Carbs | 10% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 424.9 IU | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 31.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 14.6 mg | 24.4% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 2.4 IU | 0.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.9 mg | 14.6% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 5.4 mcg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.49 mg | 4.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 137.1 mg | 13.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.98 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 24.9 mg | 6.2% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 311.2 mg | 31.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 236.1 mg | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 557.7 mg | 23.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.5 mg | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 7.8 mcg | 11.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.05 g | 0.2% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Sugars | 2.2 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 12.3 g | 24.6% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.5 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 13.5 g | 20.8% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 393 Calories from Fat 249
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27.7 g 42.6%
Saturated Fat 11.5 g 57.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 119.6 mg 39.9%
Sodium 1143.3 mg 47.6%
Total Carbohydrates 9.8 g 3.3%
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%
Sugars 4.5 g
Protein 25.2 g 50.4%
Vitamin A 17.4% Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 28.1% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 139
Protein 15.4 g | Carbs 1.7 g | Fat 6.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 183
Protein 10.5 g | Carbs 28.6 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 176
Protein 14.9 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 8.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 176
Protein 14.9 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 8.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 163
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 31.3 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 131
Protein 16.6 g | Carbs 6.1 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 225
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 10.1 g | Fat 16.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 243
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 25.3 g | Fat 10.8 g