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Spinach Pesto Chicken Breasts - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach Pesto Chicken Breasts Recipe

Spinach Pesto Chicken Breasts has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 1.3g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is 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.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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. 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 belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach Pesto Chicken Breasts has been given a composite ranking of 53, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein61%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs3%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1850 IU37%
Vitamin C6 mg10%
Thiamin0.11 mg7%
Niacin23.8 mg119%
Vitamin B60.64 mg32%
Folate92 mcg23%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium140 mg14%
Iron2.9 mg16%
Magnesium60 mg15%
Potassium325 mg9.3%
Sodium169 mg7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.3 g0.4%
Dietary Fiber0.6 g2.4%
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein26.5 g53%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.1 g10.9%
Saturated Fat2.2 g11%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 179 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.1 g 10.9%

Saturated Fat 2.2 g 11%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 69 mg 23%

Sodium 169 mg 7%

Total Carbohydrates 1.3 g 0.4%

Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 26.5 g 53%

Vitamin A 37% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 14% Iron 16%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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