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Southwest Chicken Pasta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Southwest Chicken Pasta Recipe

Southwest Chicken Pasta has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 93.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 53.5 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.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 7 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Southwest Chicken Pasta has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.29 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol76.7 mcg
Vitamin C4.6 mg7.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D7.5 IU1.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.29 mg19.2%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.29 mg16.9%Top 10%Very High
Niacin6.3 mg31.6%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.29 mg14.4%Top 30%High
Folate87.6 mcg21.9%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid71.8 mcg
Vitamin B120.29 mcg4.8%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.86 mg8.6%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium31 mg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Iron2 mg11.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium34.8 mg8.7%Top 30%High
Phosphorus170.4 mg17%Top 30%High
Potassium0.29 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium453.7 mg18.9%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9.6%Top 30%High
Copper0.29 mg14.4%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.57 mg28.7%Top 30%High
Selenium28.2 mcg40.2%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27 g9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.6%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.6 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.4 g30.7%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.3 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.9 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0.3 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid2.9 mg
Glycine0.9 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.6 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15.7 g24.2%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat6.7 g33.3%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat5.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1091 Calories from Fat 493

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 54.8 g 84.3%

Saturated Fat 23.2 g 116%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 218.9 mg 73%

Sodium 1578.8 mg 65.8%

Total Carbohydrates 93.8 g 31.3%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 3.8 g

Protein 53.5 g 107%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 26.7%

Calcium 10.8% Iron 38.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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