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Canned chicken calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of canned chicken contains 165 calories, with 21.8 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrate and 8 g of fat. Most of its calories come from protein.
Where the calories come from
Protein 55% Carbs 0% Fat 45%
How canned chicken compares
Per 100 g, against the closest meat & poultry in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canned chicken | 165 kcal | 21.8 g | 0 g | 8 g |
| Beef tenderloin | 165 kcal | 22.5 g | 0 g | 8 g |
| Turkey light meat and skin, raw | 161 kcal | 22 g | 0.2 g | 7.4 g |
| Muskrat, raw | 162 kcal | 20.8 g | 0 g | 8.1 g |
| Turkey neck, cooked | 162 kcal | 22.5 g | 0 g | 7.4 g |
Nutrition facts for canned chicken
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal |
| Protein | 21.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.2 g |
| Salt | 1.3 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in canned chicken
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Niacin (B3) | 6.3 mg | 40% |
| Selenium | 15.8 µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.35 mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 1.4 mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29 µg | 12% |
| Choline | 64 mg | 12% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.13 mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common canned chicken servings
How many calories in a portion of canned chicken — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 oz (85 g) | 140 kcal | 19 g | 0 g | 7 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 165 kcal | 22 g | 0 g | 8 g |
| 1 can (142 g) | 234 kcal | 31 g | 0 g | 11 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in canned chicken?
Canned chicken has 165 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in canned chicken?
Canned chicken contains 21.8 g of protein per 100 g.
Is canned chicken low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Canned chicken has 0 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
Is canned chicken a good source of protein?
Canned chicken provides 21.8 g of protein per 100 g — about 55% of its calories come from protein.
Are these canned chicken calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #171099 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
