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How many calories in
chicken drumstick?

At 172 calories per 100g, chicken drumstick delivers 28g of protein and 5.7g of fat. That puts it in the highest tier of protein-density — 16.3g of protein per 100 calories. A typical 4 oz portion lands around 194 calories.

172
kcal · 100g
28g
Protein
0g
Carbs
5.7g
Fat
Servings

Common serving sizes.

Calories scale with portion. Here's how a typical chicken drumstick serving translates in your tracker:

Serving
Calories
Protein
3 oz (85g)
146 kcal
23.8g
4 oz (113g)
194 kcal
31.6g
1 cup (~150g)
258 kcal
42.0g
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FAQ

Quick answers.

How many calories in chicken drumstick?

Chicken Drumstick has approximately 172 calories per 100g. A typical serving — 3 oz (85g) — comes in at 146 calories.

How much protein is in chicken drumstick?

28g of protein per 100g. That puts chicken drumstick at roughly 16.3g of protein per 100 calories — a useful lens when comparing to other protein sources.

How do I log chicken drumstick accurately?

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Is chicken drumstick good for weight loss?

It depends on your overall calorie target. Chicken Drumstick sits in a moderate calorie range. It can fit any goal — weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain — when portioned to your daily target.