Fillet vs. Chicken meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between fillet and chicken meat
- Fillet has more vitamin B12, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, phosphorus, fiber, and folate; however, chicken meat is higher in selenium.
- Fillet covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 163% more than chicken meat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Vegetarian fillets and Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat, and skin, cooked, roasted.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +533.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +169.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +58.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1301.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +147.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +38.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2290% |
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 EVitamin E | +1177.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1646% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +435.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1300% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1940% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +24.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23 g
Fats:
18 g
Carbs:
9 g
Water:
45 g
Other:
5 g
Protein:
27.3 g
Fats:
13.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.45 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +32.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-1528.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.849 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.376 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.332 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.79 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.97 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +214.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +22% |
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 minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.2µg | 0.3µg | 163% |
| Copper | 0.925mg | 0.066mg | 95% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.1mg | 0.063mg | 86% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.5mg | 0.4mg | 85% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.9mg | 0.168mg | 56% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.332g | 2.97g | 42% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 23.9µg | 42% |
| Phosphorus | 450mg | 182mg | 38% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 88mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 6.1g | 0g | 24% |
| Folate | 102µg | 5µg | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 12mg | 8.487mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.03mg | 21% | |
| Vitamin E | 3.45mg | 0.27mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 490mg | 82mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 600mg | 223mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 1.26mg | 9% |
| Protein | 23g | 27.3g | 9% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 15mg | 8% |
| Fats | 18g | 13.6g | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.4mg | 1.94mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 48µg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.849g | 3.79g | 4% |
| Choline | 82mg | 65.9mg | 3% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 239kcal | 3% |
| Carbs | 9g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.4µg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.376g | 5.34g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 2.9g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.8g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.128mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.362mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.986mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.223mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.726mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.061mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.325mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.802mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.04g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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
136%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fillet is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fillet is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.941g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fillet is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fillet is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken meat contains less Sodium (difference - 408mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken meat is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)