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California Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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California Chicken Recipe

California Chicken has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 12.1g 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 42.8 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

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 gives a good yield of Iron at 3.78 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing California Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat60%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1100 IU22%
Vitamin C18 mg30%
Thiamin0.33 mg22%
Niacin34.2 mg171%
Vitamin B61.1 mg54%
Folate232 mcg58%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium560 mg56%
Iron3.8 mg21%
Magnesium108 mg27%
Potassium902 mg25.8%
Sodium470 mg19.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12.1 g4%
Dietary Fiber7.6 g30.4%
Sugars2.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein42.8 g85.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat36.7 g56.5%
Saturated Fat14 g70%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 541 Calories from Fat 331

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 36.7 g 56.5%

Saturated Fat 14 g 70%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 122 mg 40.7%

Sodium 470 mg 19.6%

Total Carbohydrates 12.1 g 4%

Dietary Fiber 7.6 g30.4%

Sugars 2.7 g

Protein 42.8 g 85.6%

Vitamin A 22% Vitamin C 30%

Calcium 56% Iron 21%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/california-chicken/detail.aspx Embed Table:

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