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Chicken and Chorizo Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken and Chorizo Tacos Recipe

Chicken and Chorizo Tacos has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 31.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 53.5 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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. 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 Chicken and Chorizo Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat58%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

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 A0.27 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol38.9 mcg
Vitamin C3.2 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D7.2 IU1.8%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.27 mg15.7%Top 10%Very High
Niacin2.4 mg12%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.27 mg13.3%Top 30%High
Folate19.7 mcg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid2.4 mcg
Vitamin B120.53 mcg8.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.53 mg5.3%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium129.6 mg13%Top 30%High
Iron0.8 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium24.5 mg6.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus171.7 mg17.2%Top 30%High
Potassium0.27 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium462.5 mg19.3%Top 30%High
Zinc1.3 mg8.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium6.9 mcg9.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.5 g2.8%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.3 g28.5%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1.1 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid2.1 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.9 g21.4%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat5.6 g28%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 810 Calories from Fat 469

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 52.2 g 80.3%

Saturated Fat 21 g 105%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 178.3 mg 59.4%

Sodium 1734.3 mg 72.3%

Total Carbohydrates 31.9 g 10.6%

Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%

Sugars 3.5 g

Protein 53.5 g 107%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 48.6% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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