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High protein, low carb
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Roasted chicken leg cutlet (140 g) has 301 calories. That works out to 215 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 36.4 g of protein, 16.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 10.4 mg of B3 covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
301
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
36.4g
· 73% DV
Fat
16.8g
· 22% 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 49% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 301 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.8 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.48 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 123 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% |
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) | 140 g | 301 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 190 g | 409 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 516 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 559 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 602 kcal |
Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.
Roasted chicken leg cutlets are cooked in a hot oven until the thickest part is fully done. Arrange them in a single layer, season as you like, and avoid crowding the pan so the meat roasts rather than steams.
Roasted chicken leg cutlets usually take about 35–45 minutes at 400°F, depending on thickness and whether they are bone-in. Check the thickest part with a food thermometer; chicken is safely cooked when it reaches 165°F.
Roasted chicken leg cutlets are cut from the thigh portion of the chicken leg, while “chicken thighs” can refer to the whole thigh piece. The word cutlet may describe a thinner or differently trimmed piece, so bone-in and boneless versions are both possible.
Keep roasted chicken leg cutlets juicy by taking them out as soon as they reach a safe internal temperature and letting them rest briefly before serving. A little broth in the roasting pan can add moisture, and leaving the skin on helps protect the meat.
Roasted chicken leg cutlets should reach 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part. Insert the thermometer into the meat without touching bone, since bone can give an inaccurate reading; color alone is not a reliable way to confirm doneness.
For crispier roasted chicken leg cutlets, pat the skin dry before seasoning and roast them skin-side up without covering the pan. If needed, finish briefly under the broiler, watching closely so the skin browns without burning.
Roasted chicken leg cutlets pair well with garlic, paprika, black pepper, thyme, rosemary, or a lemon-and-herb seasoning. Coat the pieces evenly before roasting; if using a sugary glaze, add it near the end so it does not scorch.
Roasted chicken leg cutlets go well with roasted potatoes, rice, steamed vegetables, or a crisp salad. For an easy tray-bake meal, roast vegetables in the same pan so they pick up some of the chicken’s savory juices.
Roasted chicken leg cutlets keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking, and reheat them until steaming hot throughout before eating.
Yes, roasted chicken leg cutlets can be frozen after cooking. Cool them, pack them in an airtight freezer-safe container, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating until hot all the way through.
Vitamins
B3
10.36mg · 65% DV
B6
0.59mg · 35% DV
B5
1.54mg · 31% DV
Biotin
8.4µg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
294mg · 42% DV
Zinc
3.36mg · 31% DV
Potassium ⭐
357mg · 11% DV
Sodium
123mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Roasted chicken leg cutlet is a portion of chicken thigh cooked in the oven. It is a straightforward home-style main rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition. The thigh stays tender and juicy, with a deeper flavour than breast meat; the outside browns as it roasts. Serve it with roast potatoes or vegetables, a fresh salad, or rice—common accompaniments for a weeknight meal in many places. It is high in protein and contains no carbohydrates, though thigh meat is relatively rich. For a lighter plate, pair it with plenty of vegetables and go easy on creamy sauces.
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
4.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.