Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, simmered
* 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 | 27.9 MG | 31% | |
| Thiamin | 0.3 MG | 24% | |
| Riboflavin | 2.0 MG | 153% | |
| Niacin | 11.0 MG | 69% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 6.7 MG | 133% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.8 MG | 44% | |
| Folate, total | 578 UG | 145% | |
| Choline, total | 290 MG | 53% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 16.9 UG | 702% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3,981 UG | 442% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.8 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 11 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 11.6 MG | 65% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 405 MG | 32% | |
| Potassium, K | 263 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 76 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.0 MG | 36% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.5 MG | 55% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 16% | |
| Selenium, Se | 82.4 UG | 150% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 24.5g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (65% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (32% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (36% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (55% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (150% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, simmered
Simmered chicken liver is lean, high in protein, and nutritionally dense in a way that few other foods match, with B12, folate, iron, and vitamin A in meaningful amounts. Cooking by simmering keeps the texture relatively tender compared to sauteing at high heat, which can toughen liver quickly. The carbohydrate content is minimal. Classic preparations include chopped liver with onions, pate, or sliced liver over rice. It is honest peasant food with a genuinely strong nutritional case behind it.
Dietary Information
Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, simmered is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, simmered include Vitamin B-12 (702% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (442% DV) , Riboflavin (153% DV) , Selenium, Se (150% DV) , and Folate, total (145% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 167 calories per 100 grams, Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, simmered gets 59% of its calories from protein, 2% from carbohydrates, and 35% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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