Panda Express Spicy Chicken has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 18g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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. With 27.4 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.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's very high MUFA and very high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 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.
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. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Panda Express Spicy Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 81% | |
Calories from Carbs | 8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 228.5 IU | 4.6% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 18.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 9.6 mg | 16% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 4.5 IU | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 4.3 mg | 21.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 13.3% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 25.9 mcg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.27 mcg | 4.4% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.53 mg | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 13.6 mg | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0.8 mg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 25.6 mg | 6.4% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 101.9 mg | 10.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 178.1 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 138.5 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.27 mg | 13.3% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 7.2 mcg | 10.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.99 g | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 1.6 g | |||
Sucrose | 0.5 mg | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 7.3 g | 14.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.8 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 23 g | 35.4% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 8.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 58.4 g | |||
Ash | 0.8 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 940 Calories from Fat 776
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 86.2 g 132.6%
Saturated Fat 13.7 g 68.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 77.6 mg 25.9%
Sodium 519.3 mg 21.6%
Total Carbohydrates 18 g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3.7 g14.8%
Sugars 6.1 g
Protein 27.4 g 54.8%
Vitamin A 17.1% Vitamin C 60%
Calcium 5.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 130
Protein 10.3 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 188
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 23.9 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 305
Protein 18.1 g | Carbs 4.5 g | Fat 23.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 118
Protein 15.6 g | Carbs 8.6 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 5.4 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 163
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 26.7 g | Fat 3.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 52
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 3.2 g | Fat 0.86 g
Per Serving | Calories 172
Protein 10.3 g | Carbs 20.4 g | Fat 5.4 g