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Chicken Breast Spanaki - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken Breast Spanaki Recipe

Chicken Breast Spanaki has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 8g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 27 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken Breast Spanaki has been given a composite ranking of 32, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat67%
 Calories from Carbs8%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4500 IU90%
Vitamin C24 mg40%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium350 mg35%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium650 mg18.6%
Sodium770 mg32.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8 g2.7%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein27 g54%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat31 g47.7%
Saturated Fat12 g60%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 420 Calories from Fat 280

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 31 g 47.7%

Saturated Fat 12 g 60%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 145 mg 48.3%

Sodium 770 mg 32.1%

Total Carbohydrates 8 g 2.7%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 27 g 54%

Vitamin A 90% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 35% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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