Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted
* 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 | 15% | |
| Niacin | 6.1 MG | 38% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.2 MG | 24% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 25% | |
| Folate, total | 5 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 63.4 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.4 UG | 16% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 7 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.1 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.6 UG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 12 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 24 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 205 MG | 16% | |
| Potassium, K | 269 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 99 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.1 MG | 19% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 25.2 UG | 46% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 24.2g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Selenium, Se (46% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (38% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (24% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (25% DV).
About Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted
Roasted broiler leg without skin offers a straightforward, satisfying source of dark-meat protein. Fat is present but not dominant, and the absence of carbs makes this easy to fit into most eating patterns. The leg joint stays juicier than the breast through roasting, which is why it is often the default choice for weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Dietary Information
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted 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, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted include Selenium, Se (46% DV) , Niacin (38% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (25% DV) , and Pantothenic acid (24% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 174 calories per 100 grams, Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted gets 56% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 40% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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