Easy Spicy Mexican-American Chicken has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 11.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 39.3 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
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 6.12 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. It has a very 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Easy Spicy Mexican-American Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 36, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 37% | |
Calories from Fat | 52% | |
Calories from Carbs | 10% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 3250 IU | 65% | ||
Vitamin C | 46.2 mg | 77% | ||
Thiamin | 0.23 mg | 15% | ||
Niacin | 27.4 mg | 137% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.96 mg | 48% | ||
Folate | 44 mcg | 11% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 50 mg | 5% | ||
Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | ||
Magnesium | 68 mg | 17% | ||
Potassium | 563 mg | 16.1% | ||
Sodium | 1610 mg | 67.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 3.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8.8% | ||
Sugars | 7.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 39.3 g | 78.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 24.7 g | 38% | ||
Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 427 Calories from Fat 223
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.7 g 38%
Saturated Fat 6.8 g 34%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 142 mg 47.3%
Sodium 1610 mg 67.1%
Total Carbohydrates 11.1 g 3.7%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 7.9 g
Protein 39.3 g 78.6%
Vitamin A 65% Vitamin C 77%
Calcium 5% Iron 34%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 235
Protein 23.5 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 564
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 10.7 g | Fat 51.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 539
Protein 40.7 g | Carbs 67.9 g | Fat 10.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 408
Protein 12.6 g | Carbs 73.9 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 388
Protein 8.4 g | Carbs 25.2 g | Fat 27.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 570
Protein 32.1 g | Carbs 22.8 g | Fat 38.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 187
Protein 15.4 g | Carbs 14.2 g | Fat 7.6 g