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High protein, low carb
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cooked skinless chicken drumstick (75 g) has 129 calories. That works out to 172 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 21.2 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 20.6 µg of Selenium covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
129
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
21.2g
· 42% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% 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 69% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 129 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% |
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) | 75 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 ounce (shredded) | 28 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 163 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 241 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 310 kcal |
Calculated from 172 calories per 100 g.
Reheat cooked skinless chicken drumsticks covered in the oven with a spoonful of water or broth to keep the meat moist. For microwave reheating, turn the pieces partway through and heat until steaming hot throughout.
Cooked skinless chicken drumsticks generally keep for 3–4 days in the refrigerator if chilled within two hours of cooking. Store them in a covered container; discard them if they were left at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, cooked skinless chicken drumsticks freeze well. Cool them, seal them in a freezer-safe airtight container or bag, and freeze in portions for easier use. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly before serving.
Discard cooked skinless chicken drumsticks if they smell sour or unpleasant, feel unusually slimy, or show mold. Do not taste them to check, and throw them away if you are unsure how long they were left unrefrigerated.
Keep cooked skinless chicken drumsticks moist by avoiding prolonged reheating and covering them while they warm. Add a little broth, water, or sauce; because the skin has been removed, the meat can dry out faster than skin-on chicken.
Yes, cooked skinless chicken drumsticks can be eaten cold if they were refrigerated promptly and kept chilled. Remove the meat from the bone for salads or sandwiches, and return any uneaten portion to the refrigerator promptly.
Cooked skinless chicken drumsticks pair well with roasted vegetables, potatoes, rice, or a crisp salad. For a quick meal, pull the meat from the bone and add it to a grain bowl with vegetables and a sauce.
Let the cooked skinless chicken drumstick cool until safe to handle, then pull the meat away from the bone or scrape it off with a small knife. Check the meat for small bone or cartilage fragments before serving.
Yes, cooked skinless chicken drumsticks work well in soup. Remove the meat from the bone and stir it in near the end of cooking; simmering it for too long can make the already-cooked meat dry and stringy.
They can fit a weight-loss eating plan because their protein can help make a meal satisfying. How they are prepared and served matters too: frying, rich sauces, and large sides add energy beyond the chicken itself.
Vitamins
B3
5.85mg · 37% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
B5
0.83mg · 17% DV
Biotin
3.75µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
167mg · 24% DV
Zinc
1.8mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
192mg · 6% DV
Sodium
65mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 129 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Cooked skinless chicken drumstick is the lower-leg portion of a chicken, cooked after the skin has been removed. It is a familiar, convenient poultry cut in home cooking around the world, and can be roasted, grilled, braised or simmered.
The meat is juicy and a little firmer than breast meat, with a savoury flavour that works well hot with potatoes, rice or vegetables. Once cooled, it can be pulled from the bone and added to salads or sandwiches. It is high in protein and contains no carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, pair it with vegetables or salad and choose roasting or grilling over frying.
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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.83g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.