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Easy Cajun Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Easy Cajun Chicken Recipe

Easy Cajun Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 7.8g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 26.5 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low 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 a very 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 very high 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Easy Cajun Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 10, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein48%
 Calories from Fat38%
 Calories from Carbs14%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.62 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol36 mcg
Vitamin C9.3 mg15.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D6.2 IU1.6%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin8.1 mg40.4%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.62 mg31.1%Top 10%Very High
Folate7.5 mcg1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.2 mg12.4%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium25.5 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.2 mg6.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium28.6 mg7.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus176.4 mg17.6%Top 30%High
Potassium375.2 mg10.7%Top 10%Very High
Sodium1207.8 mg50.3%Top 10%Very High
Zinc0.62 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium24.2 mcg34.6%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.8 g1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.5 g6%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.6 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16.5 g32.9%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine1.2 mg
Methionine0.6 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine1.2 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine1.2 mg
Aspartic Acid1.2 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.6 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.8 g9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.7 g13.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash4.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 219 Calories from Fat 84

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.4 g 14.5%

Saturated Fat 4.4 g 22%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 90.7 mg 30.2%

Sodium 1944.5 mg 81%

Total Carbohydrates 7.8 g 2.6%

Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 26.5 g 53%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 4.1% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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