Legal Chicken Recipe
Legal Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 30.2 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.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Legal Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 50% | |
| Calories from Fat | 50% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 0% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 72.7 IU | 1.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 21.2 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin D | 13.9 IU | 3.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 8.5 mg | 42.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.61 mg | 30.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Folate | 3.6 mcg | 0.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.61 mg | 6.1% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 9.7 mg | 1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Iron | 0.61 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Magnesium | 21.8 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 152.7 mg | 15.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Potassium | 193.3 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 55.3 mg | 2.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Zinc | 0.61 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 14.5 mcg | 20.8% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | |||
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
| Sugars | 0 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18.3 g | 36.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 1.2 mg | |||
| Leucine | 1.2 mg | |||
| Lysine | 1.8 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Arginine | 1.2 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Alanine | 1.2 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 2.4 mg | |||
| Glycine | 1.2 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.6 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.6 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 12.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 11.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 0.6 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 Calories from Fat 120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.4 g 20.6%
Saturated Fat 3.8 g 19%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 92.8 mg 30.9%
Sodium 91.3 mg 3.8%
Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 30.2 g 60.4%
Vitamin A 2.4% Vitamin C
Calcium 1.6% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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