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Thai Garlic Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Thai Garlic Chicken Recipe

Thai Garlic Chicken has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 2.5g 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 31.1 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. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 Thai cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Thai Garlic Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein36%
 Calories from Fat61%
 Calories from Carbs3%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A148.3 IU3%Mid 40%Average
Retinol19.9 mcg
Vitamin C9.7 mg16.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin D13.1 IU3.3%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin8.5 mg42.6%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.57 mg28.4%Top 10%Very High
Folate5.7 mcg1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.57 mg5.7%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium13.6 mg1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.57 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium23.9 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus152.3 mg15.2%Top 30%High
Potassium219.3 mg6.3%Top 30%High
Sodium195.8 mg8.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.57 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium14.2 mcg20.3%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.42 g0.5%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0.17 g0.68%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein17.7 g35.3%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine1.1 mg
Leucine1.1 mg
Lysine1.7 mg
Methionine0.6 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine1.1 mg
Arginine1.1 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine1.1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.7 mg
Glutamic Acid2.8 mg
Glycine1.1 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.5 g20.7%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat2.9 g14.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 353 Calories from Fat 213

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23.7 g 36.5%

Saturated Fat 5.1 g 25.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 92.8 mg 30.9%

Sodium 344.6 mg 14.4%

Total Carbohydrates 2.5 g 0.8%

Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 31.1 g 62.2%

Vitamin A 5.2% Vitamin C 28.3%

Calcium 2.4% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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