Grilled Chicken Thighs has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content.
The food contains 15g 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 40 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Grilled Chicken Thighs has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 30% | |
Calories from Fat | 58% | |
Calories from Carbs | 11% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 40 mg | 4% | ||
Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | ||
Potassium | 530 mg | 15.1% | ||
Sodium | 1980 mg | 82.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 15 g | 5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 13 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 40 g | 80% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 34 g | 52.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 9 g | 45% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 540 Calories from Fat 310
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34 g 52.3%
Saturated Fat 9 g 45%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 190 mg 63.3%
Sodium 1980 mg 82.5%
Total Carbohydrates 15 g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 13 g
Protein 40 g 80%
Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 4% Iron 15%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 20 g | Carbs 8 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 280
Protein 18 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 140
Protein 24 g | Carbs 1 g | Fat 3.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 150
Protein 21 g | Carbs 8 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 180
Protein 2 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 150
Protein 5 g | Carbs 10 g | Fat 10 g
Per Serving | Calories 560
Protein 33 g | Carbs 25 g | Fat 37 g
Per Serving | Calories 160
Protein 2 g | Carbs 31 g | Fat 3.5 g