Quick Chicken and Rice Recipe
Quick Chicken and Rice has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 27g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 29.6 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.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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.
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 54, for Quick Chicken and Rice, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 36% | |
| Calories from Fat | 31% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 33% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin C
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 595 IU | 11.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 29.2 mg | 48.6% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 1.1 mg | 3.7% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg | 5% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.5% | ||
| Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 3.7% | ||
| Folate | 41.2 mcg | 10.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.22 mg | 2.2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2.6% | ||
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.6% | ||
| Magnesium | 45.2 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Phosphorus | 44 mg | 4.4% | ||
| Potassium | 160.4 mg | 4.6% | ||
| Sodium | 452.8 mg | 18.9% | ||
| Zinc | 0.87 mg | 5.8% | ||
| Copper | 0.19 mg | 9.5% | ||
| Manganese | 0.15 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Selenium | 2 mcg | 2.8% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 27 g | 9% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 10% | ||
| Sugars | 0.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59.2% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 11.3 g | 17.4% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g |
Popular Questions Asked
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 321 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.3 g 17.4%
Saturated Fat 2.9 g 14.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 69.9 mg 23.3%
Sodium 452.8 mg 18.9%
Total Carbohydrates 27 g 9%
Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%
Sugars 0.8 g
Protein 29.6 g 59.2%
Vitamin A 11.9% Vitamin C 48.6%
Calcium 2.6% Iron 6.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Related Searches
Quick Chicken Rice
Per Serving | Calories 396
Protein 32 g | Carbs 54.2 g | Fat 4 g
Quick Chicken Rice Dinner
Per Serving | Calories 184
Protein 25.5 g | Carbs 31.6 g | Fat 1.9 g
Quick and Tasty Chicken and Rice Bake
Per Serving | Calories 273
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 49.4 g | Fat 3.4 g
Quick Chicken 'n Rice Lunch
Per Serving | Calories 270
Protein 20 g | Carbs 29 g | Fat 8.5 g
Seasoned Rice and Vegetables
Per Serving | Calories 317
Protein 5 g | Carbs 43.3 g | Fat 14.1 g
Quick and Easy Chicken Stir Fry
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 18.9 g | Carbs 46.3 g | Fat 4.1 g
Oat Bran DInner Rolls 1
Per Serving | Calories 70
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 9.2 g | Fat 3.6 g
Garlic Lime Chicken Marinade
Per Serving | Calories 34
Protein 0.1 g | Carbs 1 g | Fat 3.5 g
