Low Carb Mexican Chicken has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 32.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 32.8 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.
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".
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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 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 Low Carb Mexican Chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 43% | |
Calories from Fat | 14% | |
Calories from Carbs | 43% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 790 IU | 15.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 360 mg | 600% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.54 mg | 1.8% | ||
Thiamin | 0.23 mg | 15.2% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.2 mg | 11.9% | ||
Niacin | 14.9 mg | 74.5% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 1.3 mg | 63.2% | ||
Folate | 88.8 mcg | 22.2% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.43 mcg | 7.2% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.5 mg | 15.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 130 mg | 13% | ||
Iron | 2.5 mg | 13.8% | ||
Magnesium | 76.4 mg | 19.1% | ||
Phosphorus | 341 mg | 34.1% | ||
Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Sodium | 247.5 mg | 10.3% | ||
Zinc | 1.7 mg | 11.4% | ||
Copper | 0.47 mg | 23.5% | ||
Manganese | 0.63 mg | 31.5% | ||
Selenium | 23 mcg | 32.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 32.3 g | 10.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 20.8% | ||
Sugars | 2.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 32.8 g | 65.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.7 g | 7.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 297 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.7 g 7.2%
Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 75.7 mg 25.2%
Sodium 247.5 mg 10.3%
Total Carbohydrates 32.3 g 10.8%
Dietary Fiber 5.2 g20.8%
Sugars 2.1 g
Protein 32.8 g 65.6%
Vitamin A 15.8% Vitamin C 600%
Calcium 13% Iron 13.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 421
Protein 55.9 g | Carbs 0.2 g | Fat 19.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 115
Protein 12.4 g | Carbs 11.6 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 381
Protein 36.2 g | Carbs 7.7 g | Fat 23.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 95
Protein 15.4 g | Carbs 2.42 g | Fat 2.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 391
Protein 34.6 g | Carbs 10.6 g | Fat 23 g
Per Serving | Calories 451
Protein 43.8 g | Carbs 48.3 g | Fat 11.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 526
Protein 21.4 g | Carbs 56.4 g | Fat 23.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 209
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 15.1 g | Fat 10.4 g