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Lisa's Jerk Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Lisa's Jerk Chicken Recipe

Lisa's Jerk Chicken has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 20.4g 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 36.8 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6.48 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 Caribbean cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lisa's Jerk Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 32, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein34%
 Calories from Fat47%
 Calories from Carbs19%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Iron
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A250 IU5%
Vitamin C28.8 mg48%
Thiamin0.24 mg16%
Niacin34.2 mg171%
Vitamin B61.1 mg53%
Folate84 mcg21%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium110 mg11%
Iron6.5 mg36%
Magnesium84 mg21%
Potassium572 mg16.3%
Sodium2734 mg113.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.4 g6.8%
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.8%
Sugars9.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein36.8 g73.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat23 g35.4%
Saturated Fat4.6 g23%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 433 Calories from Fat 207

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23 g 35.4%

Saturated Fat 4.6 g 23%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 96 mg 32%

Sodium 2734 mg 113.9%

Total Carbohydrates 20.4 g 6.8%

Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.8%

Sugars 9.9 g

Protein 36.8 g 73.6%

Vitamin A 5% Vitamin C 48%

Calcium 11% Iron 36%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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