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Chicken Couscous (One-Pot Wonder) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken Couscous (One-Pot Wonder) Recipe

Chicken Couscous (One-Pot Wonder) has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 50.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 28.3 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. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good 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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.91 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. 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 high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken Couscous (One-Pot Wonder) has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5030 IU100.6%
Vitamin C18.5 mg30.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E3 mg10.1%
Thiamin0.17 mg11.4%
Riboflavin0.24 mg14.2%
Niacin12.4 mg62.2%
Vitamin B60.77 mg38.6%
Folate53.6 mcg13.4%
Vitamin B120.48 mcg8%
Pantothenic Acid1.1 mg10.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium85 mg8.5%
Iron3.9 mg21.7%
Magnesium72.8 mg18.2%
Phosphorus318 mg31.8%
Potassium837.4 mg23.9%
Sodium773.5 mg32.2%
Zinc1.7 mg11.2%
Copper0.35 mg17.4%
Manganese0.81 mg40.3%
Selenium18.6 mcg26.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate50.3 g16.8%
Dietary Fiber6.1 g24.4%
Sugars9.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein28.3 g56.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.5 g19.2%
Saturated Fat1.8 g9%
Monounsaturated Fat7.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 412 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.5 g 19.2%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 50.9 mg 17%

Sodium 773.5 mg 32.2%

Total Carbohydrates 50.3 g 16.8%

Dietary Fiber 6.1 g24.4%

Sugars 9.9 g

Protein 28.3 g 56.6%

Vitamin A 100.6% Vitamin C 30.9%

Calcium 8.5% Iron 21.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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