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How Many Calories in Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised?
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Quick reference — common serving sizes
| Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28g) | 126 kcal | 4.1g |
| 100g | 443 kcal | 14.6g |
A chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised contains 443 calories per 100g. A typical 1 oz (28g) provides about 124 calories. Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised is high in calories. Accurate tracking starts with weighing portions — a digital kitchen scale removes all the guesswork.
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving (28g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 443 kcal | 124 kcal |
| Protein | 14.6g | 4.1g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| of which Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 42.8g | 12.0g |
| of which Saturates | 11.9g | 3.3g |
| Fibre | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Sodium | 75.0mg | 21mg |
| Potassium | 161.0mg | 45mg |
| Calcium | 9.0mg | 3mg |
| Iron | 1.0mg | 0.3mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.0mg | 0.0mg |
| Vitamin A | 48.0µg | 13µg |
| Selenium | 16.0µg | 4µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0.0mg |
% 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.
- High in protein (29% DV) — an excellent source
- High in fat (55% DV) — an excellent source
- Low in sodium (3% DV)
- High in selenium (29% DV) — an excellent source
- High in saturated fat (60% DV) — worth weighing against your daily intake if you're watching this specifically
- Calories: 22% DV
- Protein: 29% DV
- Carbohydrates: 0% DV
- Fibre: 0% DV
- Fat: 55% DV
- Saturated fat: 60% DV
- Sodium: 3% DV
- Potassium: 3% DV
- Calcium: 1% DV
- Iron: 6% DV
- Vitamin C: 0% DV
- Vitamin A: 5% DV
- Selenium: 29% DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 8% DV
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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, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised fit your diet?
Low-carb / keto
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised 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.
Moderation note
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised is relatively energy-dense (443 kcal/100g) with 11.9g of saturated fat per 100g — fine as part of a varied diet, worth weighing rather than eyeballing if you're watching saturated fat intake specifically.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised per 100g?
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised contains 443 calories per 100g, based on USDA reference data.
Is chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised high in calories?
A 1 oz of chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised (28g) has around 124 calories — roughly 6% of a 2,000-calorie daily intake.
Is chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised good for weight loss?
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised is fairly calorie-dense at 443 calories per 100g, so portion size matters when losing weight. A 1 oz provides about 124 calories.
How much protein is in chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised?
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised contains 14.6g of protein per 100g.
Is chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised a good source of fibre?
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised 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, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised compare to veal, seam fat only, raw?
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised has 443 calories per 100g, close to veal, seam fat only, raw at 444 — 1 calories fewer per 100g. See the full macro breakdown above.
Is chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised keto-friendly?
Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised 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, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised for 20g of protein?
With 14.6g of protein per 100g, you'd need roughly 137g of chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised to reach 20g of protein
Foods with a similar calorie count
Other meat & fish closest to chicken, skin (drumsticks and thighs), cooked, braised by calories per 100g:
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Cooked, Braised (this page) | 443 kcal | 14.6g | 0.0g | 42.8g |
| Veal, Seam Fat Only, Raw | 444 kcal | 12.5g | 0.0g | 43.8g |
| Chicken, Skin (drumsticks and Thighs), Raw | 440 kcal | 9.6g | 0.8g | 44.2g |
| Pork Sausage, Link/patty, Fully Cooked, Microwaved | 438 kcal | 15.1g | 0.6g | 41.7g |
| Beef, Cured, Breakfast Strips, Cooked | 449 kcal | 31.3g | 1.4g | 34.4g |
| Turkey, Skin From Whole, (light and Dark), with Added Solution, Roasted | 451 kcal | 22.1g | 0.0g | 40.3g |
| Beef, New Zealand, Imported, Brisket Navel End, Cooked | 453 kcal | 20.1g | 0.0g | 41.3g |
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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.