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Fried chicken drumstick calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of fried chicken drumstick contains 172 calories, with 26.2 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrate and 7.4 g of fat. Most of its calories come from protein.
Where the calories come from
Protein 61% Carbs 0% Fat 39%
How fried chicken drumstick compares
Per 100 g, against the closest prepared foods in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fried chicken drumstick | 172 kcal | 26.2 g | 0 g | 7.4 g |
| Kfc extra crispy fried chicken drumstick | 170 kcal | 25.9 g | 0 g | 7.4 g |
| Popeyes fried chicken drumstick, meat only | 170 kcal | 26.5 g | 0 g | 7.1 g |
| Kfc original recipe fried chicken drumstick | 175 kcal | 26.3 g | 0.1 g | 7.7 g |
| Denny's top sirloin steak | 182 kcal | 28.9 g | 0.1 g | 7.3 g |
Nutrition facts for fried chicken drumstick
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal |
| Protein | 26.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Fat | 7.4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in fried chicken drumstick
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 32.1 µg | 58% |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.7 mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.74 µg | 31% |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg | 23% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 211 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 16% |
| Choline | 81 mg | 15% |
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Calories in common fried chicken drumstick servings
How many calories in a portion of fried chicken drumstick — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g (100 g) | 172 kcal | 26 g | 0 g | 7 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in fried chicken drumstick?
Fried chicken drumstick has 172 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in fried chicken drumstick?
Fried chicken drumstick contains 26.2 g of protein per 100 g.
Is fried chicken drumstick low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Fried chicken drumstick 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 fried chicken drumstick a good source of protein?
Fried chicken drumstick provides 26.2 g of protein per 100 g — about 61% of its calories come from protein.
Are these fried chicken drumstick 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 #170357 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
