Chicken Back (Fried)
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat only, cooked, fried
Per 100g, Chicken Back (Fried) has 288 calories, 30g protein, 5.7g carbs, and 15.3g fat.
Chicken Back (Fried) has 288 calories per 100g with 30g of protein, 5.68g of carbohydrates, 15.3g of fat. It's packed with protein, making it a worthwhile addition to a balanced diet. It is also high in saturated fat with 4.12g per 100g, which is worth watching if you are managing heart health or cholesterol.
Source: FDA RACC - FDA RACC for meat, poultry, fish, and shellfish entrees without sauce is 85 g cooked or 110 g uncooked.
✨Nutritional Highlights
High-protein: 42% of calories come from protein (30g per 100g)
Excellent source of Protein (60% DV), Niacin (B3) (48% DV), Selenium (36% DV), Cholesterol (31% DV)
Contains 15.3g of fat with only 27% saturated — a good balance of healthy fats for nutrient absorption and satiety
⚠️Things to Watch
High in saturated fat with 4.12g per 100g, which is worth watching if you are managing heart health or cholesterol.
Relatively high in cholesterol at 93mg per 100g.
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📊Complete Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Total Fat | 15g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.7g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Chicken Back (Fried)?
- A 100g serving of Chicken Back (Fried) has 288 calories. You'll also get 30g of protein per serving.
- Is Chicken Back (Fried) high in protein?
- Chicken Back (Fried) has 30g of protein per 100g, which is considered high. That means about 42% of its calories come from protein.
- How much fat is in Chicken Back (Fried)?
- Chicken Back (Fried) has 15.3g of total fat per 100g, which is considered moderate. Of that, 4.12g is saturated fat.
- How many carbs are in Chicken Back (Fried)?
- Chicken Back (Fried) contains 5.68g of carbohydrates per 100g.
- What are the macros for Chicken Back (Fried)?
- Per 100g, Chicken Back (Fried) has 288 calories, 30g protein, 5.68g carbs, and 15.3g fat.
- How many calories in 3 oz cooked of Chicken Back (Fried)?
- A typical serving of Chicken Back (Fried) (3 oz cooked, 85g) has 245 calories and 25.5g of protein.
- Is Chicken Back (Fried) good for weight loss?
- Chicken Back (Fried) comes in at 288 calories per 100g. Portion control matters here — pair it with lower-calorie foods to balance things out.