Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 67.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 38 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 very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.59 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 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 a very 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas has been given a composite ranking of 50, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 49% | |
Calories from Carbs | 33% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 825 IU | 16.5% | ||
Vitamin C | 2.3 mg | 3.8% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 2.4 mg | 8% | ||
Thiamin | 0.6 mg | 39.9% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.48 mg | 28.3% | ||
Niacin | 13.1 mg | 65.5% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.57 mg | 28.3% | ||
Folate | 135.2 mcg | 33.8% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.56 mcg | 9.4% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.4 mg | 14.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 97 mg | 9.7% | ||
Iron | 4.6 mg | 25.5% | ||
Magnesium | 54.8 mg | 13.7% | ||
Phosphorus | 354 mg | 35.4% | ||
Potassium | 444 mg | 12.7% | ||
Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Zinc | 1.7 mg | 11.5% | ||
Copper | 0.32 mg | 15.9% | ||
Manganese | 0.5 mg | 24.9% | ||
Selenium | 39.6 mcg | 56.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 22.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 18.4% | ||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 38 g | 76% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 44.4 g | 68.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 14.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 826 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 44.4 g 68.3%
Saturated Fat 19.9 g 99.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 134.4 mg 44.8%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 67.5 g 22.5%
Dietary Fiber 4.6 g18.4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 38 g 76%
Vitamin A 16.5% Vitamin C 3.8%
Calcium 9.7% Iron 25.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 600
Protein 32.3 g | Carbs 62.1 g | Fat 23.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 388
Protein 35.1 g | Carbs 34.2 g | Fat 11.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 236
Protein 21 g | Carbs 8 g | Fat 12.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 580
Protein 33.7 g | Carbs 40.5 g | Fat 37.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 119
Protein 3.6 g | Carbs 25.2 g | Fat 0.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 194
Protein 13.5 g | Carbs 20.5 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 39
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 4.6 g | Fat 0.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 405
Protein 25.5 g | Carbs 32 g | Fat 19.1 g