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KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed

FDC ID: 170740

Fast Foods

At a glance

KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed is a calorie-dense food in the Fast Foods category, providing 175 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 26.3g of protein, 7.7g of fat, 0.1g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of selenium (56% of the Daily Value), protein (53% of the Daily Value), cholesterol (46% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.

Energy

175

kcal

Protein

26.3

g

Total Fat

7.7

g

Total Carbohydrate

0.1

g

Nutrition profile of KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed

KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed provides about 175 kcal per 100g, a fairly high energy density. Nutritionally it is high in protein, low in carbohydrates.

Key nutrients and what they do

  • Selenium 56%is part of antioxidant enzymes that protect cells from oxidation
  • Protein 53%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
  • Niacin 33%supports energy metabolism and skin/mucosal health
  • Vitamin B12 27%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function

% daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.

Who it suits

  • people building muscle or aiming to preserve muscle mass with age
  • people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia

Things to keep in mind

  • !It fits well as part of a varied, balanced diet alongside other foods.

This overview is general information based on public nutrition data and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment. Disclaimer

Nutrition by Serving Size

NutrientPer 100g1 oz (28g)
Calories175 kcal50 kcal
Protein26.3 g7.5 g
Fat7.7 g2.2 g
Carbs0.1 g0.0 g

Serving values are converted from the per-100g data (1 oz = 28.35g). Actual portion weights vary.

Daily Value Radar(% of FDA Daily Value)

Nutrient Rankings(top 15 by % Daily Value)

Full Nutrition Facts(per 100g)

NutrientAmount% Daily ValueNotes
Energy175 kcal
8.8%
Water63.77 g
Protein26.30 g
52.6%
Cholesterol137 mg
45.7%
Total Fat7.66 g
9.8%
Total Carbohydrate0.11 g
0.0%
Sodium524 mg
22.8%
Potassium273 mg
5.8%
Calcium16 mg
1.2%
Magnesium23 mg
5.5%
Phosphorus223 mg
17.8%
Iron1.04 mg
5.8%
Zinc2.50 mg
22.7%
Copper0.08 mg
9.2%
Manganese0.06 mg
2.4%
Selenium30.90 μg
56.2%
Retinol11 μg
Thiamin0.05 mg
4.2%
Riboflavin0.26 mg
20.3%
Niacin5.28 mg
33.0%
Vitamin B60.25 mg
14.6%
Vitamin B120.64 μg
26.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories does 100g of KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed have?

KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed has 175 kcal (calories) per 100g.

How much protein, fat, and carbs are in KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed?

Per 100g, KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed provides 26.3g protein, 7.7g fat, 0.1g carbohydrates.

Is KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed a good source of protein?

Yes — KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed provides 26.3g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.

What nutrients is KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed high in?

Per 100g, KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed is a notable source of Selenium (about 56% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 53% of the Daily Value), Cholesterol (about 46% of the Daily Value).

What is the source of this nutrition data for KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Drumstick, meat only, skin and breading removed?

These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).

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Data Source

This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain).

USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain)