Barbecue chicken vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between barbecue chicken and chicken fingers
- Barbecue chicken has more vitamin B12 and zinc; however, chicken fingers are richer in vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin E, vitamin B3, manganese, and phosphorus.
- Barbecue chicken's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 26% more.
- Barbecue chicken contains 3 times more vitamin B12 than chicken fingers. Barbecue chicken contains 0.47µg of vitamin B12, while chicken fingers contain 0.16µg.
- Chicken fingers contain less cholesterol.
- Chicken fingers have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chicken fingers is 46, while the glycemic index of barbecue chicken is 10.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin and Fast foods, chicken tenders.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more IronIron | +30.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +150.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +25.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4460% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +193.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +589.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +718.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +123% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +137.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +17.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14275% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +234.1% |
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Fats
~13.95g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +33.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +183.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.04 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +900% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 127mg | 48mg | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.038g | 5.783g | 25% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.152mg | 1.244mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 335mg | 769mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.191mg | 0.426mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3.17mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.732mg | 8.217mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.47µg | 0.16µg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.228mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.78mg | 0.71mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 218mg | 282mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 22µg | 17.5µg | 8% |
| Starch | 0g | 17.03g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.927g | 2.493g | 7% |
| Protein | 22.51g | 19.22g | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8µg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0.12g | 17.25g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.11mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.2g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.179mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.446g | 4.83g | 4% |
| Choline | 62.9mg | 43.7mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.95mg | 0.73mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 373mg | 3% |
| Folate | 8µg | 19µg | 3% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 271kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 3µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Fats | 15.08g | 13.95g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.069mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 7IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.12g | 16.05g | N/A |
| Calcium | 16mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.12g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | 0.052g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0.222mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0.803mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.853mg | 0.845mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 1.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.75mg | 1.616mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0.518mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.69mg | 1.437mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.935mg | 0.908mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0.655mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken fingers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 79mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.434g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barbecue chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.28g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barbecue chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 434mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.