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Moroccan Grilled Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Moroccan Grilled Chicken Recipe

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

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 52.6 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 high MUFA and average PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very 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 Grilled Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein52%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs2%

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A53.5 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol7.8 mcg
Vitamin C2.7 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D4.3 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin9.3 mg46.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.78 mg38.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate4.7 mcg1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.2 mg11.6%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium7.8 mg0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.39 mg2.2%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium24.4 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus187.6 mg18.8%Top 30%High
Potassium341.1 mg9.7%Top 10%Very High
Sodium170.5 mg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.39 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium28.3 mcg40.4%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate0.78 g0.26%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0.08 g0.31%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein20.4 g40.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.4 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine1.9 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0.4 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine1.2 mg
Arginine1.2 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine1.2 mg
Aspartic Acid1.9 mg
Glutamic Acid2.7 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.8 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.1 g12.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.2 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 418 Calories from Fat 188

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.9 g 32.2%

Saturated Fat 3.2 g 16%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 131.6 mg 43.9%

Sodium 440 mg 18.3%

Total Carbohydrates 2 g 0.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.2 g0.8%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 52.6 g 105.2%

Vitamin A 2.8% Vitamin C 11.7%

Calcium 2% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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