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Chicken Fajitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Chicken Fajitas has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 18.8g 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 18.1 gms of protein, it is 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 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 77, for Chicken Fajitas, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs33%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.64 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol10.8 mcg
Vitamin C32.5 mg54.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D7.6 IU1.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5.7 mg28.7%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.64 mg31.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate32.5 mcg8.1%Top 30%High
Folic Acid17.8 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.64 mg6.4%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium33.1 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.3 mg7.1%Top 30%High
Magnesium19.7 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus112.7 mg11.3%Mid 40%Average
Potassium196.2 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium151.4 mg6.3%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.64 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium12.1 mcg17.3%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12 g4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.2 g4.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.6 g
Glucose0.6 mg
Fructose0.6 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.5 g23.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1.9 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.8 g8.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.6 g8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 233 Calories from Fat 82

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.1 g 14%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 46.4 mg 15.5%

Sodium 237.7 mg 9.9%

Total Carbohydrates 18.8 g 6.3%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 2.5 g

Protein 18.1 g 36.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 85%

Calcium 5.2% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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