Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, fried
* 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 | 19% | |
| Niacin | 7.1 MG | 44% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.3 MG | 25% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 22% | |
| Folate, total | 9 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.3 UG | 14% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 24 UG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 18 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.5 MG | 8% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 187 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 253 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 97 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.9 MG | 26% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 20.5 UG | 37% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 29.0g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (26% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (37% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (44% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (25% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (22% DV).
About Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, fried
Fried skinless dark meat chicken carries a higher fat level than fried white meat because the thigh and drumstick tissue itself has more intramuscular fat, even without skin. The frying process adds a bit more and the flour coating contributes some carbohydrate. Protein is high. This cut rewards frying well, staying juicy where breast meat can dry out. It is the choice of fried chicken devotees who want flavor alongside crunch.
Dietary Information
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, fried is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, fried include Niacin (44% DV) , Selenium, Se (37% DV) , Zinc, Zn (26% DV) , Pantothenic acid (25% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 239 calories per 100 grams, Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, fried gets 49% of its calories from protein, 4% from carbohydrates, and 44% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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