Chicken Dark Meat (Raw)
Chicken, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, with added solution, raw
Per 100g, Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) has 106 calories, 19.2g protein, 0g carbs, and 3.3g fat.
Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) has 106 calories per 100g with 19.2g of protein, 0g of carbohydrates, 3.26g of fat. It's packed with protein, making it a worthwhile addition to a balanced diet. It is also relatively high in cholesterol at 92mg per 100g.
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: 72% of calories come from protein (19.2g per 100g)
Low calorie: only 106 kcal per 100g
Excellent source of Selenium (41% DV), Protein (38% DV), Cholesterol (31% DV), Niacin (B3) (31% DV)
⚠️Things to Watch
Relatively high in cholesterol at 92mg per 100g.
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📊Complete Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Total Fat | 3.3g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.95g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | <0.1g | — |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0g | — |
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Chicken Dark Meat (Raw)?
- A 100g serving of Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) has 106 calories. You'll also get 19.2g of protein per serving.
- Is Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) high in protein?
- Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) has 19.2g of protein per 100g, which is considered moderate. That means about 72% of its calories come from protein.
- How much fat is in Chicken Dark Meat (Raw)?
- Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) has 3.26g of total fat per 100g, which is considered low. Of that, 0.954g is saturated fat.
- How many carbs are in Chicken Dark Meat (Raw)?
- Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) contains 0g of carbohydrates per 100g.
- What are the macros for Chicken Dark Meat (Raw)?
- Per 100g, Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) has 106 calories, 19.2g protein, 0g carbs, and 3.26g fat.
- How many calories in 4 oz raw of Chicken Dark Meat (Raw)?
- A typical serving of Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) (4 oz raw, 110g) has 117 calories and 21.1g of protein.
- Is Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) good for weight loss?
- Chicken Dark Meat (Raw) is a solid option if you're trying to lose weight. At just 106 calories with 19.2g of protein per 100g, it keeps you full without packing on the calories.