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Szechuan Braised Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Szechuan Braised Chicken Recipe

Szechuan Braised Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 3.8g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 33.4 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Szechuan cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Szechuan Braised Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein40%
 Calories from Fat55%
 Calories from Carbs5%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A215.1 IU4.3%Top 30%High
Retinol23.3 mcg
Vitamin C0.63 mg1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D15.1 IU3.8%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin10.1 mg50.3%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.63 mg31.4%Top 10%Very High
Folate6.3 mcg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.63 mcg10.5%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.63 mg6.3%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium15.1 mg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.63 mg3.5%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium28.3 mg7.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus182.4 mg18.2%Top 30%High
Potassium264.8 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Sodium307.4 mg12.8%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.63 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium17 mcg24.3%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.39 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.19 g0.75%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21 g42%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine1.3 mg
Leucine1.3 mg
Lysine1.9 mg
Methionine0.6 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine1.3 mg
Arginine1.3 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine1.3 mg
Aspartic Acid1.9 mg
Glutamic Acid3.1 mg
Glycine1.3 mg
Proline1.3 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13 g19.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat3.2 g16%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0.6 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 344 Calories from Fat 185

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.6 g 31.7%

Saturated Fat 5.1 g 25.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 98 mg 32.7%

Sodium 488.8 mg 20.4%

Total Carbohydrates 3.8 g 1.3%

Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 33.4 g 66.8%

Vitamin A 6.8% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 2.4% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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