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Chicken Pesto - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken Pesto Recipe

Chicken Pesto has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 2.3g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.8 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 average 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian 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 79, for Chicken Pesto, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein29%
 Calories from Fat65%
 Calories from Carbs6%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A725 IU14.5%
Vitamin C8.3 mg13.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.5 mg1.7%
Thiamin0.07 mg4.4%
Riboflavin0.07 mg4.3%
Niacin4.5 mg22.3%
Vitamin B60.23 mg11.7%
Folate16.8 mcg4.2%
Vitamin B120.17 mcg2.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.36 mg3.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium54 mg5.4%
Iron1.2 mg6.6%
Magnesium38.4 mg9.6%
Phosphorus146 mg14.6%
Potassium194.4 mg5.6%
Sodium89.3 mg3.7%
Zinc1 mg6.7%
Copper0.15 mg7.4%
Manganese0.83 mg41.6%
Selenium7.3 mcg10.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.3 g0.8%
Dietary Fiber0.6 g2.4%
Sugars0.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.8 g21.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.6 g16.3%
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%
Monounsaturated Fat4.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 144 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.6 g 16.3%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 22.6 mg 7.5%

Sodium 89.3 mg 3.7%

Total Carbohydrates 2.3 g 0.8%

Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%

Sugars 0.5 g

Protein 10.8 g 21.6%

Vitamin A 14.5% Vitamin C 13.9%

Calcium 5.4% Iron 6.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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