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Chicken Penne Casserole - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken Penne Casserole Recipe

Chicken Penne Casserole has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 49.7g 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. With 65.7 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 average MUFA and average PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 4 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 a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken Penne Casserole has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein34%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs26%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

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 A0.39 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol36.5 mcg
Vitamin C10.2 mg17.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin D4.8 IU1.2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.19 mg11.4%Top 30%High
Niacin2.1 mg10.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.19 mg9.7%Top 30%High
Folate12.4 mcg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.39 mcg6.4%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.39 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium0.19 mg0.02%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.77 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium28.2 mg7%Top 30%High
Phosphorus0.19 mg0.02%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium0.19 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium348.8 mg14.5%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.19 mg9.7%Top 30%High
Selenium7.7 mcg11%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate9.6 g3.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.5 g6.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.7 g25.4%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0.2 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine1.2 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0.2 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.6 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.8 g10.4%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.5 g17.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 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 774 Calories from Fat 315

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 35.1 g 54%

Saturated Fat 18.2 g 91%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 196.6 mg 65.5%

Sodium 1807 mg 75.3%

Total Carbohydrates 49.7 g 16.6%

Dietary Fiber 7.9 g31.6%

Sugars 5.2 g

Protein 65.7 g 131.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 88.3%

Calcium 0.1% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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