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Spicy Chicken with Cashews - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Chicken with Cashews Recipe

Spicy Chicken with Cashews has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 36g 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 5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans 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 a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Chicken with Cashews has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat61%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1250 IU25%
Vitamin C48 mg80%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium260 mg7.4%
Sodium780 mg32.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate36 g12%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat28 g43.1%
Saturated Fat4.5 g22.5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 400 Calories from Fat 250

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28 g 43.1%

Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 780 mg 32.5%

Total Carbohydrates 36 g 12%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 80%

Calcium 2% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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