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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)"
| Food Name: Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw) | |
| Food Group: Meats | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 120 | Total Fat (g): 4 |
| Protein (g): 19 | Water (g): 76 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Cholesterol (mg): 91 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1440 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 962 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 54 | Omega-6 (mg): 804 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 25 | EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 4 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 11 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 13 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 32 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 10 |
| Vitamin D (IU): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 3 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 6 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 4 | Food Folate (mcg): 4 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 4 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 10 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 23 | Phosphorus (mg): 180 |
| Potassium (mg): 238 | Sodium (mg): 96 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Selenium (mcg): 21 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 217 | Threonine (mg): 895 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 926 | Leucine (mg): 1610 |
| Lysine (mg): 1786 | Methionine (mg): 546 |
| Cystine (mg): 226 | Phenylalanine (mg): 765 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 711 | Valine (mg): 933 |
| Arginine (mg): 1316 | Histidine (mg): 574 |
| Alanine (mg): 1135 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1863 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 3107 | Glycine (mg): 886 |
| Proline (mg): 774 | Serine (mg): 785 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 49 | Betaine (mg): 9 |
| Retinol (mcg): 10 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 95 |
| PRAL Score: 10 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)'?
100 grams of 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 19g (around 38% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 4g (around 5% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' provides around 120 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from protein, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 6% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 19g protein, 0g carbs, and 4g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 21 mcg (38% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV).
'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 10 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 238 mg (5% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 23 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 180 mg (14% DV),
Sodium (mg): 96 mg (4% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw) in significant amounts?
'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 6 mg (38% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 10 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 32 IU (1% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 1 IU (0% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 3 mcg (3% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Boneless Skinless Chicken Leg (Raw)' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Cholesterol (mg): 91 mg (30% of max recommended).