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A golden-brown chicken drumstick with taut, lightly crisped skin is coated in glossy reddish-brown sauce and served on a plate with a little sauce pooled around it.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Baked chicken drumstick with sauce Calories

High-protein baked chicken drumstick with sauce

CALORIES · 100 G

215kcal

GI

5low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

255mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.2g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Baked chicken drumstick with sauce (95 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 215 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.3 g of carbs, 22.8 g of protein, 10.9 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 6.5 mg of B3 covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Baked chicken drumstick with sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 95 g

204

KCAL / 95G

Carbs

3.3g

· 1% DV

Protein

22.8g

· 46% DV

Fat

10.9g

· 14% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 45% · Fat 48%

Baked chicken drumstick with sauce nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (95 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories204 kcal
Total fat10.9 g14%
Saturated fat2.85 g14%
Trans fat0.08 g
Sodium342 mg15%
Total carbohydrate3.3 g1%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein22.8 g46%

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 Medium Baked chicken drumstick with sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)95 g204 kcal
1 piece (small)70 g151 kcal
100 g100 g215 kcal
1 piece (large)125 g269 kcal
1 cup (chopped)140 g301 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g323 kcal
2 piece (double)190 g409 kcal
1 serving (large)220 g473 kcal
3 piece (triple)285 g613 kcal

Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Baked chicken drumstick with sauce

How do you make baked chicken drumsticks with sauce?

Coat the drumsticks in a sauce made with oil, garlic, herbs, and seasonings, then arrange them in a baking dish and roast until cooked through. Turn them once during cooking so the sauce coats the chicken evenly.

What temperature should you bake chicken drumsticks with sauce at?

Bake chicken drumsticks with sauce in a preheated oven at about 400°F (200°C). Oven performance and drumstick size vary, so check the thickest part with a food thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C), without touching the bone.

How long do baked chicken drumsticks with sauce take to cook?

Baked chicken drumsticks with sauce usually take around 40–50 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Larger pieces or a crowded pan may take longer, so use a thermometer and make sure the thickest part reaches 165°F (74°C).

How do you stop the sauce on baked chicken drumsticks from burning?

To keep the sauce on baked chicken drumsticks from burning, roast them on the middle rack and loosely cover the dish with foil at first. Remove the foil near the end to brown the chicken. Add sauces containing honey or sugar late in cooking.

How do you get crispy skin on baked chicken drumsticks with sauce?

For crispy skin on baked chicken drumsticks with sauce, pat the skin dry before cooking and avoid covering it with a thick layer of sauce. Finish under the broiler for a few minutes, watching closely so the sauce does not scorch.

What sauce is best for baked chicken drumsticks?

A garlic-and-herb sauce works especially well on baked chicken drumsticks, while barbecue sauce gives them a sweeter, smoky finish. For a tangier option, use lemon, olive oil, and herbs; brush on sugary sauces toward the end so they do not burn.

Can you bake potatoes with chicken drumsticks and sauce in the same pan?

Yes, potatoes can roast in the same pan as chicken drumsticks with sauce. Cut them into similar-sized pieces and spread everything in a single layer; an overcrowded pan traps steam and makes both the chicken skin and potatoes less crisp.

How can you tell when baked chicken drumsticks with sauce are done?

Baked chicken drumsticks with sauce are safely cooked when the thickest part reaches 165°F (74°C) on a food thermometer, with the probe kept away from the bone. Without a thermometer, check that the meat beside the bone is no longer raw or pink.

How long do leftover baked chicken drumsticks with sauce keep?

Leftover baked chicken drumsticks with sauce keep for three to four days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Refrigerate them within two hours of cooking, and reheat until steaming hot throughout.

What should you serve with baked chicken drumsticks with sauce?

Serve baked chicken drumsticks with sauce with roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad. If the chicken is already roasted with potatoes, a simple coleslaw or leafy salad adds freshness alongside the savory sauce.

Baked chicken drumstick with sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

6.46mg · 40% DV

B5

1mg · 20% DV

B6

0.32mg · 19% DV

Biotin

4.75µg · 16% DV

Minerals

Selenium

21µg · 38% DV

Phosphorus

195mg · 28% DV

Zinc

2.09mg · 19% DV

Sodium

342mg · 15% DV

Potassium ⭐

242mg · 7% DV

Baked chicken drumstick with sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

5
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Baked chicken drumstick with sauce

To burn the 204 calories in 1 piece (medium) (95 g):

🚶

50min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

21min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

28min

Cycling

🏊

24min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Baked chicken drumstick with sauce?

Baked chicken drumstick with sauce is made by coating the lower part of the chicken leg in sauce and cooking it in the oven. The sauce varies: home recipes may use tomato, herbs, spices, oil, or other ingredients, so the result can range from savoury and mild to boldly seasoned.

It is a familiar home-style main dish in many places, served hot with potatoes, rice, bread, or vegetables. The meat is tender near the bone, while the skin can turn crisp as it bakes. It provides plenty of protein; the skin and sauce contribute to its fat content. For a lighter meal, remove the skin and serve it with vegetables or a fresh salad.

How Nutritious Is Baked chicken drumstick with sauce?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 100

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

50/ 100

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 Baked chicken drumstick with sauce 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 Baked chicken drumstick with sauce Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Baked chicken drumstick with sauce 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

Baked chicken drumstick with sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.85g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.37g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.9g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 22:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (22:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.