Chicken, heart, all classes, cooked, simmered
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.8 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.7 MG | 57% | |
| Niacin | 2.8 MG | 18% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.7 MG | 53% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 19% | |
| Folate, total | 80 UG | 20% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 7.3 UG | 304% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 8 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 19 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 9.0 MG | 50% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 199 MG | 16% | |
| Potassium, K | 132 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 48 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 7.3 MG | 66% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.5 MG | 56% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Selenium, Se | 8 UG | 15% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 26.4g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (50% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Zinc, Zn (66% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (56% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Riboflavin (57% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Pantothenic acid (53% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Chicken, heart, all classes, cooked, simmered
Simmered chicken hearts are compact, dense little muscles with a notably high protein content and relatively low fat for an organ meat. They contain almost no carbohydrates and are rich in iron, zinc, and coenzyme Q10. The texture is firm and slightly chewy, quite different from chicken breast or thigh. They're well suited to skewers, stews, or rice dishes, and are popular in Brazilian churrasco, Peruvian anticuchos, and various Asian preparations.
Dietary Information
Chicken, heart, all classes, cooked, simmered is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Chicken, heart, all classes, cooked, simmered include Vitamin B-12 (304% DV) , Zinc, Zn (66% DV) , Riboflavin (57% DV) , Copper, Cu (56% DV) , and Pantothenic acid (53% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 185 calories per 100 grams, Chicken, heart, all classes, cooked, simmered gets 57% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 39% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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