Chicken fingers vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken fingers and chicken sandwich
- Chicken fingers have more phosphorus, vitamin E, and polyunsaturated fat, while chicken sandwich has more iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and folate.
- Chicken fingers cover your daily need for phosphorus, 14% more than chicken sandwich.
- Chicken fingers contain 2 times more polyunsaturated fat than chicken sandwich. While chicken fingers contain 5.783g of polyunsaturated fat, chicken sandwich contains only 3.177g.
- Chicken fingers have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of chicken fingers is 46, while the glycemic index of chicken sandwich is 74.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, chicken tenders and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +52.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +52.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +241.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +142.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +13.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +31.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +11.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +23.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +23.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +109.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +67.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +147.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.1% |
~equal in
Water
~48.94g
~equal in
Other
~2.7g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +82% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -14.8% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~4.481g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +187.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Starch
~16.5g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 3.177g | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 185mg | 14% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 1.77mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.23mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.3mg | 9% |
| Folate | 19µg | 47µg | 7% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 16.28g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 2.41mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 19.9µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 245mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 58mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 35mg | 4% |
| Fats | 13.95g | 11.19g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.383mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 7.72mg | 3% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 35.3mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 2.123g | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.13µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 4.481g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.97g | 1% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 250kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 20.89g | 1% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 753mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 0.61mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.4g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0.8mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 5IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 16.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 8.5µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | 0.197g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | 2.884g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.37g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.24g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken fingers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)