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Tequila Chicken Pasta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tequila Chicken Pasta Recipe

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

The food contains 12.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 54.5 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.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high 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 Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tequila Chicken Pasta has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein40%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A320.6 IU6.4%Top 30%High
Retinol8.8 mcg
Vitamin C25.9 mg43.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D4.8 IU1.2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin11 mg54.8%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.88 mg43.9%Top 10%Very High
Folate11.8 mcg3%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.8 mg17.5%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium22.4 mg2.2%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.88 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium36 mg9%Top 30%High
Phosphorus229.8 mg23%Top 10%Very High
Potassium0.44 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium279.9 mg11.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.88 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium32.5 mcg46.4%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.5 g1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.6%Mid 40%Average
Starch0 g
Sugars2.3 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0.9 mg
Fructose0.9 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23.9 g47.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.4 mg
Threonine0.9 mg
Isoleucine0.9 mg
Leucine0.9 mg
Lysine2.2 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0.4 mg
Phenylalanine0.9 mg
Tyrosine0.9 mg
Valine1.3 mg
Arginine1.3 mg
Histidine0.9 mg
Alanine1.3 mg
Aspartic Acid2.2 mg
Glutamic Acid3.5 mg
Glycine0.9 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.9 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.4 g20.6%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat2.1 g10.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water157.9 g
Ash2.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 546 Calories from Fat 274

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30.5 g 46.9%

Saturated Fat 4.9 g 24.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 131.6 mg 43.9%

Sodium 638.2 mg 26.6%

Total Carbohydrates 12.5 g 4.2%

Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%

Sugars 5.3 g

Protein 54.5 g 109%

Vitamin A 14.6% Vitamin C 98.3%

Calcium 5.1% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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