Chicken Light Meat (Fried)
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter
Per 100g, Chicken Light Meat (Fried) has 277 calories, 23.6g protein, 9.5g carbs, and 15.4g fat.
Chicken Light Meat (Fried) has 277 calories per 100g with 23.6g of protein, 9.5g of carbohydrates, 15.4g of fat. It's a solid protein source, 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: 34% of calories come from protein (23.6g per 100g)
Excellent source of Niacin (B3) (57% DV), Selenium (49% DV), Protein (47% DV), Cholesterol (28% DV)
Contains 15.4g 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 84mg per 100g.
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📊Complete Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Protein | 24g | 47% |
| Total Fat | 15g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 84mg | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.5g | 3% |
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Chicken Light Meat (Fried)?
- A 100g serving of Chicken Light Meat (Fried) has 277 calories. You'll also get 23.6g of protein per serving.
- Is Chicken Light Meat (Fried) high in protein?
- Chicken Light Meat (Fried) has 23.6g of protein per 100g, which is considered high. That means about 34% of its calories come from protein.
- How much fat is in Chicken Light Meat (Fried)?
- Chicken Light Meat (Fried) has 15.4g of total fat per 100g, which is considered moderate. Of that, 4.12g is saturated fat.
- How many carbs are in Chicken Light Meat (Fried)?
- Chicken Light Meat (Fried) contains 9.5g of carbohydrates per 100g.
- What are the macros for Chicken Light Meat (Fried)?
- Per 100g, Chicken Light Meat (Fried) has 277 calories, 23.6g protein, 9.5g carbs, and 15.4g fat.
- How many calories in 3 oz cooked of Chicken Light Meat (Fried)?
- A typical serving of Chicken Light Meat (Fried) (3 oz cooked, 85g) has 235 calories and 20.1g of protein.
- Is Chicken Light Meat (Fried) good for weight loss?
- Chicken Light Meat (Fried) comes in at 277 calories per 100g. Portion control matters here — pair it with lower-calorie foods to balance things out.