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Ultimate Chicken Quesadilla - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Ultimate Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Ultimate Chicken Quesadilla has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Niacin.

The food contains 15.7g 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 28.3 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Ultimate Chicken Quesadilla has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A316.1 IU6.3%Top 30%High
Retinol79.7 mcg
Vitamin C0.7 mg1.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D10.5 IU2.6%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.9 mg24.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate30.8 mcg7.7%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid19.6 mcg
Vitamin B120.7 mcg11.7%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.7 mg7%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium323.8 mg32.4%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.4 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Magnesium25.9 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus284.6 mg28.5%Top 10%Very High
Potassium211.2 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium391.2 mg16.3%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium23.1 mcg33%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11 g3.7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.63 g2.5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein19.8 g39.6%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine1.4 mg
Leucine1.4 mg
Lysine1.4 mg
Methionine0.7 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine1.4 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.7 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1.4 mg
Glutamic Acid4.2 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline1.4 mg
Serine0.7 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.6 g22.5%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat8.1 g40.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water52.4 g
Ash2.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 369 Calories from Fat 188

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.9 g 32.2%

Saturated Fat 11.6 g 58%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 86.6 mg 28.9%

Sodium 559.4 mg 23.3%

Total Carbohydrates 15.7 g 5.2%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 0.8 g

Protein 28.3 g 56.6%

Vitamin A 9% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 46.3% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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