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Boiled Chicken Drumstick Calories
High protein, low fat, boiled
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
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GI
POTASSIUM
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Boiled Chicken Drumstick (90 g) has 155 calories. That works out to 172 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 21.2 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 4.8 mg of B3 covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Boiled Chicken Drumstick Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
172
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
23.5g
· 47% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% 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 60% · Fat 40%
Boiled Chicken Drumstick Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
5.3mg · 33% DV
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
B5
0.9mg · 18% DV
Biotin
5µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
230mg · 7% DV
How Nutritious Is Boiled Chicken Drumstick?
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.
Boiled Chicken Drumstick Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Boiled Chicken Drumstick
To burn the 172 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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.
Is Boiled Chicken Drumstick 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 Boiled Chicken Drumstick Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Boiled Chicken Drumstick 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
Boiled Chicken Drumstick Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.1:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Boiled Chicken Drumstick
How many calories and how much protein are in boiled chicken drumstick?
Per 100 g, boiled chicken drumstick provides 172 calories and 23.5 g of protein. It also contains 0 g carbs, making it a protein-rich meat option.
Is boiled chicken drumstick suitable for keto or gluten-free diets?
Yes. With 0 g carbs per 100 g, it fits a keto diet, and it is also compatible with a gluten-free eating pattern.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.