Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw: Nutrition Facts
Generic food Raw Poultry
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw contains 116 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 drumstick without skin (122 g) provides about 142 kcal.
Roughly 70% of its calories come from protein, with 30% from fat and 0% from carbohydrates (estimated with general energy factors).
That is less energy than the typical item in poultry products on FoodFactly, where the median is 176 kcal per 100 g across 391 foods.
100 g provides 40% of the Daily Value for selenium, 32% of the Daily Value for Niacin (B3) and 22% of the Daily Value for Vitamin B6.
These values are for the raw food. Cooking changes the water content and some nutrients, so cooked versions are listed separately below.
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, where most core values were measured by laboratory analysis.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 116 kcal | |
| Total fat M | 3.7 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat C | 0.95 g | 5% |
| Trans fat C | 0.018 g | |
| Cholesterol M | 89 mg | 30% |
| Sodium M | 114 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrates Z | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber Z | 0 g | 0% |
| Total sugars Z | 0 g | |
| Protein M | 19.4 g | 39% |
| Vitamin A ? | 7 µg | 0.8% |
| Vitamin C Z | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D ? | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E M | 0.18 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K C | 2.9 µg | 2% |
| Thiamin (B1) M | 0.09 mg | 8% |
| Riboflavin (B2) M | 0.22 mg | 17% |
| Niacin (B3) M | 5.2 mg | 32% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) M | 1.1 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 M | 0.38 mg | 22% |
| Folate (B9) C | 4 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 M | 0.51 µg | 21% |
| Choline ? | 56.7 mg | 10% |
| Calcium M | 9 mg | 0.7% |
| Iron M | 0.76 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium M | 20 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus M | 174 mg | 14% |
| Potassium M | 225 mg | 5% |
| Zinc M | 2.1 mg | 19% |
| Copper M | 0.066 mg | 7% |
| Manganese M | 0.014 mg | 0.6% |
| Selenium M | 21.8 µg | 40% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 70%
- Fat 30%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein19.4 gin the lowest quarter of poultry products (median 23.3 g)
- Fat3.7 gin the lowest quarter of poultry products (median 8.1 g)
- Saturated fat0.95 gin the lowest quarter of poultry products (median 2.2 g)
- Sodium114 mgabove the median for poultry products (median 88 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal16.7 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water76.8 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 1.3 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 0.85 g |
Amino acids (18)
| Tryptophan M | 0.22 g |
|---|---|
| Threonine M | 0.92 g |
| Isoleucine M | 0.93 g |
| Leucine M | 1.7 g |
| Lysine M | 1.8 g |
| Methionine M | 0.56 g |
| Cystine M | 0.23 g |
| Phenylalanine M | 0.78 g |
| Tyrosine M | 0.73 g |
| Valine M | 0.94 g |
| Arginine M | 1.4 g |
| Histidine M | 0.58 g |
| Alanine M | 1.2 g |
| Aspartic acid M | 1.9 g |
| Glutamic acid M | 3.2 g |
| Glycine M | 0.89 g |
| Proline M | 0.78 g |
| Serine M | 0.81 g |
Individual fatty acids (46)
| EPA (omega-3, 20:5 n-3) M | 0.003 g |
|---|---|
| DHA (omega-3, 22:6 n-3) M | 0.007 g |
| ALA (omega-3, 18:3 n-3) M | 0.027 g |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) ? | 0.66 g |
| SFA 4:0 M | 0.001 g |
| SFA 6:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 8:0 M | 0.001 g |
| SFA 10:0 M | 0.002 g |
| SFA 12:0 M | 0.003 g |
| SFA 14:0 M | 0.017 g |
| SFA 16:0 M | 0.69 g |
| SFA 18:0 M | 0.22 g |
| SFA 20:0 M | 0.003 g |
| MUFA 18:1 ? | 1.1 g |
| PUFA 18:3 ? | 0.032 g |
| PUFA 20:4 M | 0.093 g |
| SFA 22:0 M | 0.006 g |
| MUFA 14:1 M | 0.006 g |
| MUFA 16:1 ? | 0.2 g |
| PUFA 18:4 M | 0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 M | 0.014 g |
| MUFA 22:1 ? | 0 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) M | 0.009 g |
| SFA 15:0 M | 0.003 g |
| SFA 17:0 M | 0.004 g |
| SFA 24:0 M | 0.001 g |
| TFA 16:1 t M | 0.002 g |
| TFA 18:1 t M | 0.012 g |
| TFA 22:1 t M | 0 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined M | 0.005 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs M | 0.003 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c M | 0.001 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c M | 0.008 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c M | 0.2 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c M | 1.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c M | 0.65 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c M | 0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c M | 0.005 g |
| MUFA 17:1 M | 0.003 g |
| PUFA 20:3 ? | 0.016 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic C | 0.014 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic C | 0.005 g |
| MUFA 15:1 M | 0 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 M | 0 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 M | 0.016 g |
| PUFA 22:4 M | 0.023 g |
Carotenoids (15)
| Beta-carotene M | 0 µg |
|---|---|
| Lycopene M | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin M | 102 µg |
| Retinol M | 7 µg |
| Carotene, alpha M | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units M | 1 IU |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) M | 0 µg |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta M | 0 µg |
| Tocopherol, beta M | 0 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma M | 0.07 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta M | 0 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha M | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta M | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma M | 0.02 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta M | 0 mg |
Other components (12)
| Water M | 76.8 g |
|---|---|
| Alcohol Z | 0 g |
| Caffeine Z | 0 mg |
| Ash M | 0.92 g |
| Theobromine Z | 0 mg |
| Energy C | 487 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU ? | 22 IU |
| Folic acid Z | 0 µg |
| Folate, food I | 4 µg |
| Betaine M | 8.7 mg |
| Vitamin E, added Z | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12, added Z | 0 µg |
Other forms of Chicken
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey, dark meat from whole, meat only, with added solution, raw Raw | 115 | 19.3 g | 0.1 g | 4.1 g |
| Turkey, thigh, from whole bird, meat only, with added solution, raw Raw | 115 | 19.3 g | 0.15 g | 4.1 g |
| Turkey, drumstick, from whole bird, meat only, with added solution, raw Raw | 115 | 19.3 g | 0.15 g | 4.1 g |
| Turkey, back, from whole bird, meat only, with added solution, raw Raw | 115 | 19.3 g | 0.15 g | 4.1 g |
| Turkey, gizzard, all classes, raw Raw | 111 | 18.8 g | 0 g | 3.4 g |
| Duck, wild, breast, meat only, raw Raw | 123 | 19.9 g | 0 g | 4.3 g |
| Turkey, retail parts, drumstick, meat only, raw Raw | 118 | 20.5 g | 0 g | 4 g |
| Turkey, retail parts, thigh, meat only, raw Raw | 116 | 20.6 g | 0 g | 3.7 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in raw chicken?
100 g of raw chicken has 116 kcal. 1 drumstick without skin (122 g): about 142 kcal. 4 oz (113 g): about 131 kcal. 1 drumstick with skin (130 g): about 151 kcal.
Is raw chicken high in protein?
Raw chicken contains 19.4 g of protein per 100 g (39% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 23.7 g in 1 drumstick without skin (122 g). About 70% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other poultry products, that is in the lowest quarter (median 23.3 g).
How many carbs are in raw chicken?
Raw chicken has 0 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 0 g of fiber and 0 g of sugars.
How much fat is in raw chicken?
Raw chicken contains 3.7 g of fat per 100 g, of which 0.95 g is saturated (5% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does raw chicken contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are selenium (40% DV), Niacin (B3) (32% DV), Vitamin B6 (22% DV), Pantothenic acid (B5) (22% DV) and Vitamin B12 (21% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in raw chicken?
100 g contains 114 mg of sodium, 5% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does chicken have the same nutrition raw and cooked?
No. Per 100 g, chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw has 116 kcal, while chicken, meatless, breaded, fried has 234 kcal. Cooking changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record dated April 1, 2019. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record 173614. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated April 1, 2019. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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