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Buttered Chicken Gizzard Calories
High in protein and vitamin B12
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Buttered Chicken Gizzard (150 g) has 261 calories. That works out to 174 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 38.3 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.7 µg of B12 covers 113% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Buttered Chicken Gizzard Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
261
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
38.3g
· 77% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% 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 1% · Protein 59% · Fat 40%
Buttered Chicken Gizzard nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 261 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.2 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 128 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Buttered Chicken Gizzard?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 61 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 70 g | 122 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 174 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 105 g | 183 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 383 kcal |
Calculated from 174 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buttered Chicken Gizzard
What is a buttered chicken gizzard?
A buttered chicken gizzard is chicken’s muscular stomach, cooked with butter. Gizzards are offal, not a breast or thigh cut, and their dense muscle gives them a firmer, chewier texture than most chicken meat.
What does buttered chicken gizzard taste like?
Buttered chicken gizzard has a savory, mildly meaty flavor, while the butter adds richness. Its texture is naturally firm and chewy rather than tender like chicken breast; slow cooking makes it easier to bite through.
How do you make buttered chicken gizzard tender?
Cook buttered chicken gizzard gently in water or stock until tender before finishing it in butter. Gizzards need longer cooking than ordinary chicken pieces, so adding raw gizzards straight to a quick sauté often leaves them tough.
Do you need to boil chicken gizzards before frying buttered chicken gizzard?
Boiling first is a useful step for buttered chicken gizzard because it softens the dense gizzard before browning. Simmer or pressure-cook the cleaned pieces until tender, drain them, then sauté briefly in butter for flavor.
How do you clean gizzards for buttered chicken gizzard?
Trim visible fat and remove any tough yellowish inner lining when preparing gizzards for buttered chicken gizzard. Don’t rinse raw chicken under running water, since splashes can spread bacteria; use a clean knife and wash your hands and surfaces afterward.
Which part of the chicken is used in buttered chicken gizzard?
Buttered chicken gizzard is made from the gizzard, a muscular organ in a chicken’s digestive system that helps grind food. It is a different cut from the liver and heart, even though all three are commonly sold as poultry offal.
What seasonings go well with buttered chicken gizzard?
Black pepper, garlic, paprika, and thyme all complement buttered chicken gizzard. Add the seasonings while briefly sautéing the already tender gizzards, so they flavor the butter without requiring a long, high-heat cook.
What should you serve with buttered chicken gizzard?
Serve buttered chicken gizzard with rice, potatoes, or crusty bread to make a satisfying meal. A crisp salad or simply cooked greens add freshness and balance the dish’s rich butter and chewy, savory gizzards.
How long does buttered chicken gizzard last in the fridge?
Keep cooked buttered chicken gizzard in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it out, and reheat the portion thoroughly before eating.
Can you freeze buttered chicken gizzard?
Yes, buttered chicken gizzard can be frozen. Cool it, pack it in an airtight freezer-safe container, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly. The texture may become a little firmer after freezing and thawing.
Buttered Chicken Gizzard Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.7µg · 113% DV
B3
6.15mg · 38% DV
B2
0.47mg · 36% DV
B5
1.23mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Phosphorus
323mg · 46% DV
Zinc
4.65mg · 42% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
375mg · 11% DV
Sodium
128mg · 6% DV
Buttered Chicken Gizzard Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Buttered Chicken Gizzard
To burn the 261 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Buttered Chicken Gizzard?
Buttered Chicken Gizzard is made from the chicken’s muscular stomach, simmered or otherwise cooked until tender, then finished in butter. Gizzards are eaten in many cuisines; this buttery preparation is a straightforward home-style way to serve them, including in Turkey.
The butter adds a rich, savoury flavour, while the gizzard stays firmer and chewier than ordinary chicken meat. Serve it hot as a small plate or main, with bread, rice or a crisp salad; in Turkey, it may also appear among shared meze-style dishes. It is high in protein and vitamin B12, with very little carbohydrate: a 100 g portion has 25.5 g of protein. For a lighter meal, use a modest amount of butter and pair it with vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Buttered Chicken Gizzard?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Buttered Chicken Gizzard Processed?
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.
Does Buttered Chicken Gizzard Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Buttered Chicken Gizzard Good For?
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
Buttered Chicken Gizzard Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.