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Tex-mex Cheesy Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tex-mex Cheesy Chicken Recipe

Tex-mex Cheesy Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 11.3g 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. With 32.2 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 low PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex-mex Cheesy Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 36, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein44%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs15%

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
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A254.4 IU5.1%Top 30%High
Retinol38.9 mcg
Vitamin C1.1 mg1.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.5 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.6 mg23%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.35 mg17.7%Top 30%High
Folate4.2 mcg1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.71 mg7.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium48.4 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.35 mg2%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium16.6 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus133.6 mg13.4%Top 30%High
Potassium270.7 mg7.7%Top 30%High
Sodium358.2 mg14.9%Top 30%High
Zinc0.35 mg2.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium14.8 mcg21.2%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4 g1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.6 g2.4%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.4 g22.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine1.1 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.8 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.7 g7.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.8 g13.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 297 Calories from Fat 121

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.4 g 20.6%

Saturated Fat 7.8 g 39%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 97.4 mg 32.5%

Sodium 1013.8 mg 42.2%

Total Carbohydrates 11.3 g 3.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 2.4 g

Protein 32.2 g 64.4%

Vitamin A 14.4% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 13.7% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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