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Sriracha Chicken Fajitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sriracha Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Sriracha Chicken Fajitas has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 69g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 35.5 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.

On top of that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 5 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. 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 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 Mexican cuisine. 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 83, for Sriracha Chicken Fajitas, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs43%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.27 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol2.7 mcg
Vitamin C12.9 mg21.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin D1.6 IU0.4%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.27 mg18%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.27 mg15.9%Top 10%Very High
Niacin4.9 mg24.3%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.27 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Folate54.7 mcg13.7%Top 30%High
Folic Acid28.3 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.81 mg8.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium46.4 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.3 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium21.8 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus116.7 mg11.7%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.27 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium233.1 mg9.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.54 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.27 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Selenium16.7 mcg23.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.6 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.5 g9.9%Top 30%High
Sugars1.3 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.6 g19.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid1.9 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.9 g10.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.3 g6.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 650 Calories from Fat 231

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25.7 g 39.5%

Saturated Fat 4.7 g 23.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 72.5 mg 24.2%

Sodium 864.9 mg 36%

Total Carbohydrates 69 g 23%

Dietary Fiber 9.2 g36.8%

Sugars 4.8 g

Protein 35.5 g 71%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 80%

Calcium 17.2% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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