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Mexican Chicken - Light version - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Chicken - Light version Recipe

Mexican Chicken - Light version has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin.

The food contains 38.3g 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 5.9 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Chicken - Light version has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs65%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A425 IU8.5%
Vitamin C2 mg3.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.02 mg0.07%
Thiamin1 mg66.6%
Riboflavin0.01 mg0.5%
Niacin1.6 mg7.8%
Vitamin B60.05 mg2.4%
Folate0.4 mcg0.1%
Vitamin B120.04 mcg0.6%
Pantothenic Acid0.07 mg0.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium65 mg6.5%
Iron1.2 mg6.7%
Magnesium2.4 mg0.6%
Phosphorus132 mg13.2%
Potassium275.9 mg7.9%
Sodium775.6 mg32.3%
Zinc0.08 mg0.5%
Copper0 mg0.2%
Manganese0 mg0.1%
Selenium1.6 mcg2.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate38.3 g12.8%
Dietary Fiber3.8 g15.2%
Sugars3.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.9 g11.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.7 g10.3%
Saturated Fat0.7 g3.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.7 g 10.3%

Saturated Fat 0.7 g 3.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 8.3 mg 2.8%

Sodium 775.6 mg 32.3%

Total Carbohydrates 38.3 g 12.8%

Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%

Sugars 3.6 g

Protein 5.9 g 11.8%

Vitamin A 8.5% Vitamin C 3.3%

Calcium 6.5% Iron 6.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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