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Penne & Chicken Thighs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Penne & Chicken Thighs Recipe

Penne & Chicken Thighs has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 48.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 19.4 gms of protein, it is 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 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Penne & Chicken Thighs has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat16%
 Calories from Carbs60%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A295 IU5.9%
Vitamin C7.7 mg12.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium27 mg2.7%
Iron3.5 mg19.7%
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium210 mg6%
Sodium557.8 mg23.2%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate48.6 g16.2%
Dietary Fiber7.6 g30.4%
Sugars6.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein19.4 g38.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.9 g9.1%
Saturated Fat0.7 g3.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.9 g 9.1%

Saturated Fat 0.7 g 3.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 37.9 mg 12.6%

Sodium 557.8 mg 23.2%

Total Carbohydrates 48.6 g 16.2%

Dietary Fiber 7.6 g30.4%

Sugars 6.3 g

Protein 19.4 g 38.8%

Vitamin A 5.9% Vitamin C 12.9%

Calcium 2.7% Iron 19.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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