Jamaican-Spiced Chicken Thighs has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content.
The food contains 5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 39 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. 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 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 Jamaican-Spiced Chicken Thighs has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 32% | |
Calories from Fat | 63% | |
Calories from Carbs | 4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 5 g | 1.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 39 g | 78% |
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 500 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 550 mg 22.9%
Total Carbohydrates 5 g 1.7%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 4 g
Protein 39 g 78%
Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 4% Iron 15%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 25 g | Carbs 3 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 300
Protein 22 g | Carbs 20 g | Fat 15 g
Per Serving | Calories 340
Protein 18 g | Carbs 50 g | Fat 9 g
Per Serving | Calories 40
Protein 4 g | Carbs 1 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 350
Protein 12 g | Carbs 63 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 490
Protein 35 g | Carbs 49 g | Fat 17 g
Per Serving | Calories 670
Protein 50 g | Carbs 27 g | Fat 41 g
Per Serving | Calories 90
Protein 1 g | Carbs 15 g | Fat 0 g