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African Grilled Chicken Breast - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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African Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe

African Grilled Chicken Breast has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 9.2g 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 31.7 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 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 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 African cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 57, for African Grilled Chicken Breast, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein43%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs12%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol17.6 mcg
Vitamin C8.5 mg14.2%Top 30%High
Vitamin D11.6 IU2.9%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin7.5 mg37.7%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.5 mg25.1%Top 10%Very High
Folate9 mcg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.5 mg5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium22.6 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.5 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium27.6 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Phosphorus144.2 mg14.4%Top 30%High
Potassium284.4 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Sodium495.2 mg20.6%Top 30%High
Zinc1 mg6.7%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium12.6 mcg17.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.6 g1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.9 g31.9%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1.5 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine1 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.5 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.3 g11.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2 g10.1%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 289 Calories from Fat 131

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.6 g 22.5%

Saturated Fat 4 g 20%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 92.8 mg 30.9%

Sodium 985.5 mg 41.1%

Total Carbohydrates 9.2 g 3.1%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.6%

Sugars 1.8 g

Protein 31.7 g 63.4%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 28.3%

Calcium 4.5% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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