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Mexican Margarita Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Margarita Chicken Recipe

Mexican Margarita Chicken has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 11.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 39.6 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.

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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Margarita Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 66, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein29%
 Calories from Fat62%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A330.6 IU6.6%Top 30%High
Retinol37.1 mcg
Vitamin C4.8 mg8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D10.3 IU2.6%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5.5 mg27.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.34 mg17.2%Top 30%High
Folate32.3 mcg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.34 mcg5.7%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium84.5 mg8.5%Top 30%High
Iron0.69 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium27.1 mg6.8%Top 30%High
Phosphorus157.7 mg15.8%Top 30%High
Potassium307.6 mg8.8%Top 10%Very High
Sodium498.5 mg20.8%Top 30%High
Zinc1 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium10 mcg14.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4 g1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.3%Top 30%High
Sugars0.3 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.6 g27.2%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid2.4 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13 g19.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat4.1 g20.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat6.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 535 Calories from Fat 339

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 37.7 g 58%

Saturated Fat 12 g 60%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 122.4 mg 40.8%

Sodium 1450.5 mg 60.4%

Total Carbohydrates 11.6 g 3.9%

Dietary Fiber 7.5 g30%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 39.6 g 79.2%

Vitamin A 19.2% Vitamin C 23.3%

Calcium 24.6% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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