Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Niacin | 5.2 MG | 32% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.1 MG | 22% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 22% | |
| Folate, total | 4 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 56.7 MG | 10% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.5 UG | 21% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 7 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.9 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 9 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 174 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 225 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 114 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.1 MG | 19% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 21.8 UG | 40% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 116 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 19.4g per 100g.
- Good source of Selenium, Se (40% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (32% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (22% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (22% DV).
About Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw
Raw chicken drumstick meat, stripped of skin, is one of the leaner cuts from the dark meat camp. It carries more fat and deeper flavor than breast meat, but without the skin it stays relatively trim. Good for marinating before grilling or baking, and it holds up well in braises where it picks up surrounding flavors without falling apart.
Dietary Information
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw include Selenium, Se (40% DV) , Niacin (32% DV) , Pantothenic acid (22% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (22% DV) , and Vitamin B-12 (21% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 116 calories per 100 grams, Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw gets 67% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 29% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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