Chicken fingers vs. Fajita — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chicken fingers and fajita
- Chicken fingers have more vitamin B3, vitamin E, vitamin B5, manganese, and vitamin K; however, fajita has more vitamin B12 and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken fingers is 21% higher.
- Fajita is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, chicken tenders and USDA Commodity, chicken fajita strips, frozen.
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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 | +27.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +30.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +130% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +245.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1340.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +71.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +71.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +3900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +375% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +19% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +237.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +55.1% |
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:
18.56 g
Fats:
5.73 g
Carbs:
2.23 g
Water:
70.6 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +673.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +51.4% |
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Protein
~18.56g
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Other
~2.88g
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
1.596 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.333 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.089 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +107% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +431% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 1.089g | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 4.779mg | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 0.22mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.54µg | 16% |
| Fats | 13.95g | 5.73g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 88mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 0.726mg | 10% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 0.2µg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.066mg | 7% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 135kcal | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 2.333g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 1.37mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 0g | 5% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 2.23g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.03mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 1.596g | 4% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 67.8mg | 4% |
| Folate | 19µg | 4µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.213mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.387mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 0.99mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 284mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 19.22g | 18.56g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Sodium | 769mg | 799mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 277mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 16.7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 2.23g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 13mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0.452mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0.813mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 1.56mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 1.857mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0.552mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0.763mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.847mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0.68mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.007g | 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 | 0.007g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
42%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fajita is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fajita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.897g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fajita is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken fingers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 40mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken fingers contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
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 ($)