Chicken fingers vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between chicken fingers and pasta
- Chicken fingers have more vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, and potassium; however, pasta is higher in folate, vitamin B1, and iron.
- Chicken fingers cover your daily vitamin B3 needs 45% more than pasta.
- Pasta contains 128 times less sodium than chicken fingers. Chicken fingers contain 769mg of sodium, while pasta contains 6mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, chicken tenders and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked.
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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 | +55.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +183.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1454.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +347.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +56.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +19.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +728.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +579.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1152.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +90% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +236.8% |
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:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +273.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1228.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +848.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +47% |
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
0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.429 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3795.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1248% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 0.992mg | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 0.429g | 36% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 6mg | 33% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 32% | |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 63mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.034mg | 30% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 5.15g | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 0.183mg | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 21% | |
| Fats | 13.95g | 1.05g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 0.124g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 0.15g | 11% |
| Folate | 19µg | 64µg | 11% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 24mg | 10% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.209mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 131kcal | 7% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 33mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 1.14mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.093mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 24.93g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.15mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 0.56mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.14µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 6µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 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 | 0.007g | 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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pasta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 763mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.343g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken fingers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken fingers is cheaper (difference - $3)
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