Easy Taco Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 0.3g 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 34.3 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.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Easy Taco Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 37, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 58% | |
Calories from Fat | 41% | |
Calories from Carbs | 1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 219.2 IU | 4.4% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 57.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.68 mg | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 8.9 IU | 2.2% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 8.2 mg | 41.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.68 mg | 34.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 6.8 mcg | 1.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.4 mg | 13.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 144.5 mg | 14.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.68 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 26.7 mg | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 269.2 mg | 26.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 317.8 mg | 9.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 173.1 mg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.4 mg | 9.1% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 28.8 mcg | 41.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 0.21 g | 0.07% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0.1 g | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.7 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 2.1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.7 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.7 mg | |||
Valine | 1.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.7 mg | |||
Alanine | 1.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 2.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.7 mg | |||
Proline | 1.4 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.4 g | 11.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 21.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 244 Calories from Fat 97
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.8 g 16.6%
Saturated Fat 6.3 g 31.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 98.2 mg 32.7%
Sodium 252.7 mg 10.5%
Total Carbohydrates 0.3 g 0.1%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0.1 g
Protein 34.3 g 68.6%
Vitamin A 6.4% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 21.1% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 185
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 18.1 g | Fat 8.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 101
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 3.1 g | Fat 6.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 157
Protein 10.3 g | Carbs 6.7 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 356
Protein 25.2 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 25.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 174
Protein 15.5 g | Carbs 5.7 g | Fat 9.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 309
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 29.6 g | Fat 13 g
Per Serving | Calories 181
Protein 7 g | Carbs 14.6 g | Fat 10.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 112
Protein 8.4 g | Carbs 11.2 g | Fat 3.5 g