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Jerk Chicken Thighs 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Jerk Chicken Thighs 1 Recipe

Jerk Chicken Thighs 1 has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 1.4g 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 27.2 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 an average 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Caribbean 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 22, for Jerk Chicken Thighs 1, and we advise that this food sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein66%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs3%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C0.6 mg1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.46 mg1.5%
Thiamin0.11 mg7.2%
Riboflavin0.26 mg15.3%
Niacin8.8 mg43.9%
Vitamin B60.46 mg23%
Folate14.8 mcg3.7%
Vitamin B120.49 mcg8.1%
Pantothenic Acid1.7 mg17%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium25 mg2.5%
Iron1.6 mg8.7%
Magnesium36 mg9%
Phosphorus235 mg23.5%
Potassium336.4 mg9.6%
Sodium410.6 mg17.1%
Zinc2.7 mg17.8%
Copper0.11 mg5.3%
Manganese0.09 mg4.4%
Selenium18.7 mcg26.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.4 g0.5%
Dietary Fiber0.4 g1.6%
Sugars0.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein27.2 g54.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.7 g8.8%
Saturated Fat1.6 g8%
Monounsaturated Fat1.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 171 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.7 g 8.8%

Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 114.5 mg 38.2%

Sodium 410.6 mg 17.1%

Total Carbohydrates 1.4 g 0.5%

Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 27.2 g 54.4%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 1%

Calcium 2.5% Iron 8.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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