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Weight Watchers Butter Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Weight Watchers Butter Chicken Recipe

Weight Watchers Butter Chicken has a very high-calorie, very 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 157g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 42.8 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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 7 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very high 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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Weight Watchers Butter Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 77, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat17%
 Calories from Carbs65%

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

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.65 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol17.4 mcg
Vitamin C4.9 mg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D2 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.16 mg10.8%Top 30%High
Riboflavin0.16 mg9.6%Top 30%High
Niacin3.1 mg15.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.33 mg16.3%Top 30%High
Folate22 mcg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.81 mg8.1%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium22.1 mg2.2%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.1 mg6.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium57.1 mg14.3%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus148.6 mg14.9%Top 30%High
Potassium0.16 mg0%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium28.9 mg1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc1.1 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Copper0.16 mg8.1%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.3 mg65%Top 10%Very High
Selenium9.9 mcg14.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate25.5 g8.5%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.6%Top 30%High
Sugars1.3 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7 g13.9%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0.2 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0.2 mg
Cystine0.2 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.2 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.2 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.3 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3 g4.6%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat1.1 g5.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 966 Calories from Fat 166

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.4 g 28.3%

Saturated Fat 7 g 35%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 131.5 mg 43.8%

Sodium 178 mg 7.4%

Total Carbohydrates 157 g 52.3%

Dietary Fiber 10.1 g40.4%

Sugars 8.3 g

Protein 42.8 g 85.6%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 50%

Calcium 13.6% Iron 38.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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