Mexican Crockpot Chicken Recipe
Mexican Crockpot Chicken has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 31.6g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 26.9 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 low 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".
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. It is also high 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.
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 84, for Mexican Crockpot Chicken, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 43% | |
| Calories from Fat | 7% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 50% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Thiamin
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1565 IU | 31.3% | ||
| Vitamin C | 31.3 mg | 52.2% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.2 mg | 0.67% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.33 mg | 21.9% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.15 mg | 9% | ||
| Niacin | 8.6 mg | 42.8% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.54 mg | 27.2% | ||
| Folate | 194 mcg | 48.5% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.27 mcg | 4.5% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.9 mg | 9% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 54 mg | 5.4% | ||
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18.5% | ||
| Magnesium | 99.2 mg | 24.8% | ||
| Phosphorus | 318 mg | 31.8% | ||
| Potassium | 678.1 mg | 19.4% | ||
| Sodium | 340.8 mg | 14.2% | ||
| Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.7% | ||
| Copper | 0.31 mg | 15.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.61 mg | 30.4% | ||
| Selenium | 16.5 mcg | 23.5% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 10.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 43.6% | ||
| Sugars | 0.3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 26.9 g | 53.8% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2 g | 3.1% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2 g 3.1%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 41.1 mg 13.7%
Sodium 340.8 mg 14.2%
Total Carbohydrates 31.6 g 10.5%
Dietary Fiber 10.9 g43.6%
Sugars 0.3 g
Protein 26.9 g 53.8%
Vitamin A 31.3% Vitamin C 52.2%
Calcium 5.4% Iron 18.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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