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Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken Breasts - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken Breasts Recipe

Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken Breasts has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 2.9g 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 37.6 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.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Moroccan Spiced Grilled Chicken Breasts has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein62%
 Calories from Fat33%
 Calories from Carbs5%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A311 IU6.2%Top 30%High
Retinol11.4 mcg
Vitamin C1.4 mg2.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D4.3 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin8.6 mg42.9%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.48 mg23.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate5.2 mcg1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.4 mg14.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28.6 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.48 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium25.7 mg6.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus189 mg18.9%Top 30%High
Potassium348.1 mg9.9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium240.7 mg10%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.48 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium26.2 mcg37.4%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.38 g0.5%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0.24 g0.95%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.7 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein17.9 g35.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine1 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1.9 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine1 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.9 mg
Glutamic Acid2.9 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.3 g6.6%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1 g5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 251 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9 g 13.8%

Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 112.9 mg 37.6%

Sodium 505.4 mg 21.1%

Total Carbohydrates 2.9 g 1%

Dietary Fiber 0.5 g2%

Sugars 1.5 g

Protein 37.6 g 75.2%

Vitamin A 13.1% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 6% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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