Guiltless Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Guiltless Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 79.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 26.1 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.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low 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".
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 belongs to Mexican 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 74, for Guiltless Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 22% | |
| Calories from Fat | 10% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 67% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Low in Saturated Fat
- High in Dietary Fiber
- High in Calcium
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 715 IU | 14.3% | ||
| Vitamin C | 10.1 mg | 16.9% | ||
| Vitamin D | 4.8 IU | 1.2% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.06 mg | 0.2% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg | 4.6% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.03 mg | 1.7% | ||
| Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 3.5% | ||
| Folate | 7.6 mcg | 1.9% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.05 mcg | 0.8% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.07 mg | 0.7% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 272 mg | 27.2% | ||
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14.4% | ||
| Magnesium | 54 mg | 13.5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 25 mg | 2.5% | ||
| Potassium | 116.9 mg | 3.3% | ||
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0.1% | ||
| Zinc | 0.86 mg | 5.7% | ||
| Copper | 0.09 mg | 4.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.06 mg | 3% | ||
| Selenium | 0.49 mcg | 0.7% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.2 g | 26.4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 27.6% | ||
| Sugars | 5.1 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52.2% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 5.4 g | 8.3% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 459 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.4 g 8.3%
Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 25.2 mg 8.4%
Sodium 2 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrates 79.2 g 26.4%
Dietary Fiber 6.9 g27.6%
Sugars 5.1 g
Protein 26.1 g 52.2%
Vitamin A 14.3% Vitamin C 16.9%
Calcium 27.2% Iron 14.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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