How much protein is in Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw)?

Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) provides 18.4g of protein per 100g, which is 37% of the recommended daily value.

Is Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) high in fat?

Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) contains 5.9g of total fat per 100g (8% DV), a moderate amount.

What vitamins and minerals are in Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw)?

Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) is a notable source of Protein (37% DV), Cholesterol (32% DV), and Zinc (15% DV) per 100g.

Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw)

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Chicken, drumstick, meat and skin, raw

Poultry Products

Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (18.4g), fat (5.9g), and carbohydrates (-0.5g) per 100g. Sodium is modest at 91mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Beyond its macros, Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) provides notable amounts of Protein, Cholesterol, Zinc per 100g.

Calories0kcal

Protein18.4G

Fat5.9G

Carbs-0.475G

Fiber0g

Calorie Distribution

125kcal

Protein59%18.4 g
Fat43%5.9 g
Carbs-2%-0.475 g

Serving Size

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water	75.3	G
Protein	18.4	G
Total lipid (fat)	5.9	G
Carbohydrate, by difference	-0.475	G
Cholesterol	94.5	MG

Calcium, Ca	8.3	MG
Iron, Fe	0.67	MG
Magnesium, Mg	18.6	MG
Phosphorus, P	153	MG
Potassium, K	244	MG
Sodium, Na	91.0	MG
Zinc, Zn	1.7	MG
Copper, Cu	0.04	MG
Manganese, Mn	0.007	MG

Energy (Atwater General Factors)	125	KCAL
Energy (Atwater Specific Factors)	130	KCAL
Nitrogen	2.9	G
Ash	0.89	G

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Nutrient Highlights

Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) is a excellent source of Protein (37% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) is a good source of Zinc (15% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc

Dietary Considerations

Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 91mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Raw) fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 18.4g protein and only -0.5g carbs per 100g. See the High-Protein, Low-Carb Guide.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories0

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 5.9G8%

Cholesterol 94.5MG32%

Sodium 91.0MG4%

Total Carbohydrate -0.475G0%

Dietary Fiber 0g0%

Total Sugars 0

Protein 18.4G37%

Vitamin D 0mcg0%

Calcium 8.3MG1%

Iron 0.67MG4%

Potassium 244MG5%

* 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: 2727566.

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