⏱ 35 min totalChicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet
Per 1 serving · 395 g · 9 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein36g29% of calories
- Carbs7.2g6% of calories
- Fat36g65% of calories
- ✓ Keto-friendly
At a glance
One serving of Chicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet (395 g) has 500 calories, with 36 g of protein, 7.2 g of carbohydrates and 36 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (65% of calories). It is high in protein (72% DV), Vitamin K (69% DV) and thiamine (26% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 51% and 64% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein72%
- Vitamin K69%
- Thiamine26%
- Riboflavin (B2)36%
- Niacin67%
- Vitamin B670%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber11%
- Vitamin A11%
- Vitamin C16%
- Vitamin E12%
- Pantothenic acid16%
- Potassium17%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Saturated fat51%
- Cholesterol64%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
2 thigh, bone removed Chicken thigh- 🥄¼ dash Salt
¼ dash Black pepper
1 strip Bacon
⅛ cup Chicken broth
¼ lb Asparagus
¼ small Summer squash- 🥄½ tbsp Water
1 medium Scallions
Directions
- 1
Pat chicken thighs dry, then season all over with salt and pepper. Chop the bacon.
- 2
Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken and bacon and cook, turning the chicken to brown evenly, about 12 minutes. Pour in the broth, cover, and cook 3 to 5 minutes more, until the chicken is cooked through to 165°F. Remove from heat and keep covered.
- 3
Trim the woody ends from the asparagus and cut spears into 1-inch pieces. Halve the squash crosswise and slice into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 4
In a microwave-safe dish, combine asparagus, squash, and water. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on high (100% power) 3 to 5 minutes, stirring once, until crisp-tender.
- 5
Divide vegetables among plates, spoon over some cooking liquid, and top with the chicken, bacon, and sliced scallions. Serve immediately.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (395 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 98 μg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 14 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 μg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 83 μg | 69% |
| Thiamine | 0.3 mg | 26% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.5 mg | 36% |
| Niacin | 11 mg | 67% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 70% |
| Folate (B9) | 84 μg | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 51% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 16% |
| Choline | 114 mg | 21% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 59 mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4 mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 781 mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 59 mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 394 mg | 56% |
| Zinc | 3 mg | 30% |
| Copper | 0.3 mg | 35% |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 41 μg | 74% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 2 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0.3 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 10 μg | — |
| Arginine | 2 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 4 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 634 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.4 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 0.5 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 5 g | — |
| Glycine | 2 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 2 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 3 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 3 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 15 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 7 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 45 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.4 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 2 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.4 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 7 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.4 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 2 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.2 μg | — |
Burning 500 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 95minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 60minCycling (moderate)
- 42minRunning (6 mph)
- 70minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Chicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet?
One serving of Chicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet (1 serving) has 500 calories, which works out to 126 calories per 100 g. That is about 25% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Chicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet high in protein?
It provides a solid 36 g of protein per serving (72% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 29% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Chicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 4 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 6% of calories.
How much sodium is in Chicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet?
345 mg per serving.
How much sugar is in Chicken, Bacon, and Asparagus Skillet?
3.3 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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