Sicilian Chicken With Lemon, Mint and Almonds Recipe
Sicilian Chicken With Lemon, Mint and Almonds has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 8.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 60.3 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.
Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.
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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Sicilian Chicken With Lemon, Mint and Almonds has been given a composite ranking of 67, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 27% | |
| Calories from Fat | 69% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 4% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- High in Vitamin C
- High in Iron
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 151.2 IU | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 27 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 3.8 mg | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 4.9 mg | 24.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.21 mg | 10.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 8.3 mcg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.21 mcg | 3.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.64 mg | 6.4% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 18.5 mg | 1.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 0.85 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 132.5 mg | 13.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Potassium | 183 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 76.4 mg | 3.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Zinc | 0.85 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 11 mcg | 15.8% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.85 g | 0.6% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.34 g | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | |||
| Glucose | 0 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 12.8 g | 25.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Lysine | 1.1 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 1.9 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.8 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.6 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.4 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 21.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 17.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.6 g | |||
| Ash | 0.8 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 905 Calories from Fat 601
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 66.8 g 102.8%
Saturated Fat 16.8 g 84%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 243.8 mg 81.3%
Sodium 359.7 mg 15%
Total Carbohydrates 8.7 g 2.9%
Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%
Sugars 1.6 g
Protein 60.3 g 120.6%
Vitamin A 14.2% Vitamin C 30%
Calcium 8.7% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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