Chicken (Raw)
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, raw
Per 100g, Chicken (Raw) has 215 calories, 18.6g protein, 0g carbs, and 15.1g fat.
Chicken (Raw) has 215 calories per 100g with 18.6g of protein, 0g of carbohydrates, 15.1g 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 4.31g 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: 35% of calories come from protein (18.6g per 100g)
Excellent source of Niacin (B3) (43% DV), Protein (37% DV), Selenium (26% DV), Cholesterol (25% DV)
Contains 15.1g of fat with only 29% saturated — a good balance of healthy fats for nutrient absorption and satiety
⚠️Things to Watch
High in saturated fat with 4.31g per 100g, which is worth watching if you are managing heart health or cholesterol.
Relatively high in cholesterol at 75mg per 100g.
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📊Complete Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Protein | 19g | 37% |
| Total Fat | 15g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3g | 22% |
| Trans Fat | <0.1g | — |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0g | — |
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Chicken (Raw)?
- A 100g serving of Chicken (Raw) has 215 calories. You'll also get 18.6g of protein per serving.
- Is Chicken (Raw) high in protein?
- Chicken (Raw) has 18.6g of protein per 100g, which is considered moderate. That means about 35% of its calories come from protein.
- How much fat is in Chicken (Raw)?
- Chicken (Raw) has 15.1g of total fat per 100g, which is considered moderate. Of that, 4.31g is saturated fat.
- How many carbs are in Chicken (Raw)?
- Chicken (Raw) contains 0g of carbohydrates per 100g.
- What are the macros for Chicken (Raw)?
- Per 100g, Chicken (Raw) has 215 calories, 18.6g protein, 0g carbs, and 15.1g fat.
- How many calories in 4 oz raw of Chicken (Raw)?
- A typical serving of Chicken (Raw) (4 oz raw, 110g) has 237 calories and 20.5g of protein.
- Is Chicken (Raw) good for weight loss?
- Chicken (Raw) comes in at 215 calories per 100g. Portion control matters here — pair it with lower-calorie foods to balance things out.