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Braised Chicken With Leeks and Morels - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Braised Chicken With Leeks and Morels Recipe

Braised Chicken With Leeks and Morels has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 14.6g 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 28.2 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.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a 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 Braised Chicken With Leeks and Morels has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein40%
 Calories from Fat39%
 Calories from Carbs21%

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

  • High in Cholesterol

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.28 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol5.1 mcg
Vitamin C3.4 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.4 IU0.4%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2 mg10%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.28 mg14.2%Top 30%High
Folate18.5 mcg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.28 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium21.4 mg2.1%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.85 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium15.4 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus66.1 mg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Potassium135.9 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium35.8 mg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.85 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.28 mg14.2%Top 30%High
Selenium6.3 mcg9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.2 g1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.46 g1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars1.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16.1%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.4 g5.3%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.77 g3.8%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol1.4 g
Ash0.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 312 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12 g 18.5%

Saturated Fat 2.7 g 13.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 89.3 mg 29.8%

Sodium 125.7 mg 5.2%

Total Carbohydrates 14.6 g 4.9%

Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%

Sugars 3.9 g

Protein 28.2 g 56.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 7.5% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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