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Moroccan Chicken 20 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Moroccan Chicken 20 Recipe

Moroccan Chicken 20 has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 6g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 31.1 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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 Moroccan cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Moroccan Chicken 20 has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat71%
 Calories from Carbs5%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A122.3 IU2.4%Mid 40%Average
Retinol14.7 mcg
Vitamin C1.7 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D9.7 IU2.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin6.3 mg31.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.42 mg21%Top 10%Very High
Folate6.3 mcg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.42 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20.2 mg2%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.84 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium19.3 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus113 mg11.3%Mid 40%Average
Potassium173.1 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium243.9 mg10.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.42 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium10.5 mcg15%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.52 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.8 g3.2%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.1 g26.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine1.3 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid2.1 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16.7 g25.7%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat3.2 g15.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat10.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 506 Calories from Fat 359

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 39.8 g 61.2%

Saturated Fat 7.5 g 37.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 92.8 mg 30.9%

Sodium 580.5 mg 24.2%

Total Carbohydrates 6 g 2%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 1.8 g

Protein 31.1 g 62.2%

Vitamin A 5.8% Vitamin C 6.7%

Calcium 4.8% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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