Fast Food · Nutrition facts
🍗Calories in Fried Chicken
A 1 drumstick of fried chicken (59 g) has 161 calories, with 11.2 g protein, 4.7 g carbs and 10.6 g fat.
Calories
161
Protein
11.2 g
Carbs
4.7 g
Fat
10.6 g
Fried Chicken nutrition by serving size
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 drumstick | 161 | 11.2 g | 4.7 g | 10.6 g |
| 100 g | 273 | 19 g | 8 g | 18 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 77 | 5.4 g | 2.3 g | 5.1 g |
| 1 cup (≈225 g) | 614 | 42.8 g | 18 g | 40.5 g |
| 200 g | 546 | 38 g | 16 g | 36 g |
Values are approximate, rounded from USDA FoodData Central and OpenFoodFacts references. Real plates vary — that's exactly why CalorieScan AI lets you correct any estimate in plain English.
Macro breakdown
- Per 100 g: 273 cal
- Per 1 oz: 77 cal
Frequently asked
How many calories are in fried chicken?
One 1 drumstick of fried chicken (59 g) has about 161 calories. Per 100 g, fried chicken has 273 calories.
How much protein is in fried chicken?
A 1 drumstick serving of fried chicken provides roughly 11.2 g of protein (19 g per 100 g).
What are the macros for fried chicken?
Per 1 drumstick: 11.2 g protein, 4.7 g carbs and 10.6 g fat — that's roughly 28% protein, 12% carbs and 60% fat by calories.
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