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Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 36.3g 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. With 18.2 gms of protein, it is 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.

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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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 Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas has been given a composite ranking of 45, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs44%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A143.7 IU2.9%Mid 40%Average
Retinol38.7 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D4.2 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.5 mg12.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate63.9 mcg16%Top 30%High
Folic Acid53.8 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium168.9 mg16.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.5 mg14%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium21.8 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus171.4 mg17.1%Top 30%High
Potassium146.2 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium477.9 mg19.9%Top 30%High
Zinc1.7 mg11.2%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium20.2 mcg28.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.5 g10.2%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.8 g7.1%Top 30%High
Sugars1.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.3 g30.6%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.8 mg
Serine0.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.5 g16.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4 g20.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 336 Calories from Fat 113

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.5 g 19.2%

Saturated Fat 4.8 g 24%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 30.2 mg 10.1%

Sodium 568.7 mg 23.7%

Total Carbohydrates 36.3 g 12.1%

Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 18.2 g 36.4%

Vitamin A 3.4% Vitamin C

Calcium 20.1% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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