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High in protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Boiled chicken rib meat (85 g) has 142 calories. That works out to 167 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 21.8 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 6.9 mg of B3 covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g
142
KCAL / 85G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
21.8g
· 44% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 63% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 142 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.58 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 85 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 75 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 217 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 180 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 334 kcal |
Calculated from 167 calories per 100 g.
Boiled chicken rib meat is meat cooked from the rib section of a chicken, close to the rib cage. It is usually sold or prepared on the bone, so check carefully for small bones before serving.
No. Boiled chicken rib meat comes from around the ribs, while chicken breast is the larger breast muscle. Rib meat is often found in smaller pieces and can include meat close to bones and connective tissue.
To make boiled chicken rib meat, cover the pieces with water in a pot and add aromatics such as onion or bay leaf if you like. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked, then remove the meat from the bones.
The cooking time for chicken rib meat varies with the size of the pieces and whether they are bone-in. Cook it until fully done; a food thermometer should read 165°F in the thickest part.
Yes, the broth from boiled chicken rib meat works well in soup, rice, or sauces. Skim off foam as it cooks for a clearer broth, and cool the broth separately from the meat before storing it.
Let boiled chicken rib meat cool until it is safe to handle, then pull the meat away from the bones with your fingers or a fork. Check the shredded meat carefully for small bones and cartilage.
Use boiled chicken rib meat in chicken soup, tacos, sandwiches, rice dishes, or salads. Remove the bones first, then shred or chop the meat so it mixes evenly with the other ingredients.
Yes, boiled chicken rib meat freezes well. Cool it, remove the bones, and pack it in airtight portions; thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly before eating.
Store boiled chicken rib meat in a covered container in the refrigerator soon after cooking. Keep it separate from raw chicken and use clean utensils when serving to prevent cross-contamination.
Yes, the skin on boiled chicken rib meat is edible when it has been cooked thoroughly. It is richer than the meat, so remove it before serving if you prefer a leaner portion.
Vitamins
B3
6.89mg · 43% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
B5
0.72mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3.48µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
179mg · 26% DV
Zinc
1.49mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 142 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Boiled chicken rib meat comes from the meat around a chicken’s rib bones, gently cooked in water. The meat turns tender as it cooks, and the cooking liquid takes on a savoury chicken flavour. Since it sits close to the bones, the amount and texture can vary from piece to piece.
It can be shredded into soup, stirred through rice, or added to salads and sandwiches; some people simply serve it with vegetables and the broth. Its flavour is mild, with a soft texture that may be a little more fibrous near the bone. High in protein and containing no carbohydrates, it makes a filling base for a meal. For a lighter serving, skim fat from the broth and pair the meat with plenty of vegetables.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.