Smothered Buttermilk Chicken Recipe
Smothered Buttermilk Chicken has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 25.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 39.2 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 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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
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 68, for Smothered Buttermilk Chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 50% | |
| Calories from Fat | 17% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 33% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin A
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 6080 IU | 121.6% | ||
| Vitamin C | 11.9 mg | 19.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 1.9 mg | 6.2% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.26 mg | 17.5% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.27 mg | 15.7% | ||
| Niacin | 18.6 mg | 92.8% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 50.8% | ||
| Folate | 44.4 mcg | 11.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.64 mcg | 10.6% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.6 mg | 16% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 76 mg | 7.6% | ||
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11.9% | ||
| Magnesium | 74.4 mg | 18.6% | ||
| Phosphorus | 400 mg | 40% | ||
| Potassium | 723.2 mg | 20.7% | ||
| Sodium | 879.6 mg | 36.7% | ||
| Zinc | 2 mg | 13.3% | ||
| Copper | 0.16 mg | 7.9% | ||
| Manganese | 0.45 mg | 22.4% | ||
| Selenium | 31.7 mcg | 45.3% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 8.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 15.6% | ||
| Sugars | 5.6 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 6 g | 9.2% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 320 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6 g 9.2%
Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 88.7 mg 29.6%
Sodium 879.6 mg 36.7%
Total Carbohydrates 25.5 g 8.5%
Dietary Fiber 3.9 g15.6%
Sugars 5.6 g
Protein 39.2 g 78.4%
Vitamin A 121.6% Vitamin C 19.8%
Calcium 7.6% Iron 11.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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