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Polenta with Veggies and Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Polenta with Veggies and Chicken Recipe

Polenta with Veggies and Chicken has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 30.4g 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 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.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian 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 74, for Polenta with Veggies and Chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A11270 IU225.4%
Vitamin C38.4 mg64%
Vitamin D12 IU3%
Vitamin E1.7 mg5.6%
Thiamin0.14 mg9.2%
Riboflavin0.17 mg9.8%
Niacin10.8 mg54.1%
Vitamin B60.84 mg41.9%
Folate22.8 mcg5.7%
Vitamin B120.58 mcg9.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.89 mg8.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium202 mg20.2%
Iron1.8 mg10.1%
Magnesium48.8 mg12.2%
Phosphorus219 mg21.9%
Potassium472.3 mg13.5%
Sodium977.8 mg40.7%
Zinc1 mg6.9%
Copper0.22 mg11%
Manganese0.47 mg23.5%
Selenium17.4 mcg24.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.4 g10.1%
Dietary Fiber4.2 g16.8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein27.4 g54.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.2 g14.2%
Saturated Fat2.6 g13%
Monounsaturated Fat3.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 319 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.2 g 14.2%

Saturated Fat 2.6 g 13%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 60.5 mg 20.2%

Sodium 977.8 mg 40.7%

Total Carbohydrates 30.4 g 10.1%

Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 27.4 g 54.8%

Vitamin A 225.4% Vitamin C 64%

Calcium 20.2% Iron 10.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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