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Creamy Pesto Chicken 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Pesto Chicken 2 Recipe

Creamy Pesto Chicken 2 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 21.1g 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 30.1 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

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 a very high 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Pesto Chicken 2 has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat57%
 Calories from Carbs18%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A131 IU2.6%Mid 40%Average
Retinol16.2 mcg
Vitamin C1.4 mg2.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D4.3 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5.7 mg28.6%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.48 mg23.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate4.8 mcg1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.48 mcg7.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.95 mg9.5%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium34.8 mg3.5%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.48 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium17.1 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus149 mg14.9%Top 30%High
Potassium237.1 mg6.8%Top 30%High
Sodium345.4 mg14.4%Top 30%High
Zinc0.48 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium19.5 mcg27.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10 g3.3%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.05 g0.19%Bottom 10%Very Low
Sugars2.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.3 g28.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1.4 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.4 mg
Glutamic Acid1.9 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.2 g21.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat2.7 g13.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat7.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 474 Calories from Fat 269

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 29.9 g 46%

Saturated Fat 5.6 g 28%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 94.8 mg 31.6%

Sodium 725.4 mg 30.2%

Total Carbohydrates 21.1 g 7%

Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%

Sugars 5 g

Protein 30.1 g 60.2%

Vitamin A 5.5% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 7.3% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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