How many calories are in Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted)?

Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) contains 253 calories per 100g serving (USDA data).

How much protein is in Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted)?

Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) provides 26.0g of protein per 100g, which is 52% of the recommended daily value.

Is Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) high in fat?

Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) contains 15.8g of total fat per 100g (20% DV), a moderate amount.

What vitamins and minerals are in Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted)?

Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) is a notable source of Protein (52% DV), Niacin (40% DV), and Selenium (37% DV) per 100g.

Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted)

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat and skin, cooked, roasted

Poultry Products

A 100g serving covers 52% of the daily recommended Protein, making Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (26g) and fat (15.8g) are substantial, making Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) packs 253 calories per 100g, placing it on the energy-dense side — a small serving goes a long way. Sodium is modest at 87mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Nutritionally broad, Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) delivers meaningful amounts of 11 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories253KCAL

Protein26G

Fat15.8G

Carbs0G

Fiber0G

Calorie Distribution

246kcal

Protein42%26 g
Fat58%15.8 g
Carbs0%0 g

Serving Size

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water	58.6	G
Energy	253	KCAL
Protein	26.0	G
Total lipid (fat)	15.8	G
Carbohydrate, by difference	0	G
Fiber, total dietary	0	G
Cholesterol	91.0	MG

Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid	0	MG
Thiamin	0.07	MG
Riboflavin	0.21	MG
Niacin	6.4	MG
Vitamin B-6	0.31	MG
Folate, total	7.0	UG
Vitamin B-12	0.29	UG
Vitamin A, RAE	60.0	UG

Calcium, Ca	15.0	MG
Iron, Fe	1.4	MG
Magnesium, Mg	22.0	MG
Phosphorus, P	168	MG
Potassium, K	220	MG
Sodium, Na	87.0	MG
Zinc, Zn	2.5	MG
Copper, Cu	0.08	MG
Manganese, Mn	0.02	MG
Selenium, Se	20.2	UG

Energy	1059	kJ
Ash	0.92	G
Pantothenic acid	1.1	MG
Folic acid	0	UG
Folate, food	7.0	UG
Folate, DFE	7.0	UG
Retinol	60.0	UG
Vitamin A, IU	201	IU
Fatty acids, total saturated	4.4	G
SFA 10:0	0	G
SFA 12:0	0.03	G
SFA 14:0	0.12	G
SFA 16:0	3.2	G
SFA 18:0	0.90	G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated	6.2	G
MUFA 16:1	0.86	G
MUFA 18:1	5.1	G
MUFA 20:1	0.15	G
MUFA 22:1	0	G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated	3.5	G
PUFA 18:2	3.0	G
PUFA 18:3	0.14	G
PUFA 20:4	0.14	G
PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA)	0.02	G
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA)	0.03	G
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA)	0.05	G
Tryptophan	0.29	G
Threonine	1.1	G
Isoleucine	1.3	G
Leucine	1.9	G
Lysine	2.1	G
Methionine	0.69	G
Cystine	0.35	G
Phenylalanine	1.0	G
Tyrosine	0.83	G
Valine	1.3	G
Arginine	1.6	G
Histidine	0.76	G
Alanine	1.5	G
Aspartic acid	2.3	G
Glutamic acid	3.8	G
Glycine	1.7	G
Proline	1.3	G
Serine	0.92	G

Common Serving Sizes

Serving	Cal	Protein	Fat	Carbs
unit (yield from 1 lb ready-to-cook chicken) (101g)	256	26.2g	15.9g	0g
chicken, bone removed (167g)	423	43.4g	26.4g	0g

Scaled from Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.

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Nutrient Highlights

Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) is a excellent source of Protein (52% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) is a excellent source of Zinc (23% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc

Dietary Considerations

Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) is naturally low in sodium at 87mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Chicken Dark Meat Meat and Skin (Cooked, Roasted) fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 26.0g protein and only 0.0g carbs per 100g. See the High-Protein, Low-Carb Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

Protein: top 12% (#991 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories253

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 15.8G20%

Cholesterol 91.0MG30%

Sodium 87.0MG4%

Total Carbohydrate 0G0%

Dietary Fiber 0G0%

Total Sugars 0

Protein 26.0G52%

Vitamin D 0mcg0%

Calcium 15.0MG1%

Iron 1.4MG8%

Potassium 220MG5%

* 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.

Data Source

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 171065.

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