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How Many Calories in Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick?

✓ Nutrition data reviewed against USDA FoodData Central and Public Health England guidance by Jordan Morley, Editorial Reviewer. Last reviewed: 27 October 2026.

Fact-checked against original USDA source data by Jordan Morley, Editorial Reviewer. Not a registered dietitian — nutrition figures are sourced directly from USDA FoodData Central, not independently assessed medical advice.

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172
calories per 100g
122 calories per 1 drumstick (71g)
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27.7gProtein
0.0gCarbs
6.8gFat
0.0gFibre

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⚖ Kitchen Scales

Quick reference — common serving sizes

AmountCaloriesProtein
1 oz (28g)49 kcal7.9g
100g172 kcal27.7g
1 drumstick122 kcal19.7g
grams
172kcal
27.7gprotein
0.0gcarbs
6.8gfat
0.0gfibre

A chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick contains 172 calories per 100g. A typical 1 drumstick (71g) provides about 122 calories. Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick is moderate in calories and is a good source of protein. Accurate tracking starts with weighing portions — a digital kitchen scale removes all the guesswork.

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick Nutrition Facts

NutrientPer 100gPer serving (71g)
Calories172 kcal122 kcal
Protein27.7g19.7g
Carbohydrates0.0g0.0g
of which Sugars0.0g0.0g
Fat6.8g4.8g
of which Saturates1.6g1.1g
Fibre0.0g0.0g
Sodium403.0mg286mg
Potassium291.0mg207mg
Calcium20.0mg14mg
Iron1.1mg0.8mg
Vitamin C0.0mg0.0mg
Vitamin A10.0µg7µg
Selenium27.4µg19µg
Riboflavin (B2)0.2mg0.1mg

% of Daily Value (per 100g)

Based on a standard 2,000-calorie reference diet — the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK.

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Good to know

Cooking method changes the final calorie and fat count more than the cut itself — grilling, baking or steaming typically adds nothing, while frying can add a meaningful amount of fat per serving.

Does chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick fit your diet?

High-protein diets

At 27.7g of protein per 100g, chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick clears the 15g/100g threshold generally used to call a food high-protein — a useful contributor if you're tracking protein intake for muscle maintenance, satiety, or a higher-protein eating pattern.

Low-carb / keto

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick contains 0.0g of carbohydrate per 100g, low enough to fit comfortably within most low-carb or ketogenic daily carb allowances — check the fat and protein split above against your specific macro targets.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories in chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick per 100g?

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick contains 172 calories per 100g, based on USDA reference data.

Is chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick high in calories?

A 1 drumstick of chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick (71g) has around 122 calories — roughly 6% of a 2,000-calorie daily intake.

Is chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick good for weight loss?

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick is fairly calorie-dense at 172 calories per 100g, so portion size matters when losing weight. A 1 drumstick provides about 122 calories.

How much protein is in chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick?

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick contains 27.7g of protein per 100g.

Is chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick a good source of fibre?

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick is relatively low in fibre at 0.0g per 100g, so pairing it with fibre-rich sides (vegetables, whole grains, legumes) can help balance a meal.

How does chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick compare to chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat and skin, raw?

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick has 172 calories per 100g, close to chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat and skin, raw at 172 — 0 calories fewer per 100g. See the full macro breakdown above.

Is chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick keto-friendly?

Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick contains 0.0g of carbohydrate per 100g, which fits comfortably within most ketogenic daily carb allowances — check it against your specific daily carb target.

How many servings of chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick for 20g of protein?

With 27.7g of protein per 100g, you'd need roughly 72g of chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick to reach 20g of protein

Foods with a similar calorie count

Other meat & fish closest to chicken, broiler, rotisserie, bbq, drumstick by calories per 100g:

FoodCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Chicken, Broiler, Rotisserie, BBQ, Drumstick (this page)172 kcal27.7g0.0g6.8g
Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Breast, Meat and Skin, Raw172 kcal20.9g0.0g9.2g
Turkey, Fryer-roasters, Meat and Skin, Cooked172 kcal28.3g0.0g5.7g
Chicken, Liver, All Classes, Cooked, Pan-fried172 kcal25.8g1.1g6.4g
Lebanon Bologna, Beef172 kcal19.0g0.4g10.4g
Salami, Cooked, Turkey172 kcal19.2g1.6g9.2g
Pork, Fresh, Loin, Top Loin (chops), Boneless, Separable Lean Only, Cooked, Pan-fried172 kcal30.5g0.0g4.6g

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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.