Chicken Hot Legs has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.
It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 27.4 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chicken Hot Legs has been given a composite ranking of 32, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 40% | |
Calories from Fat | 60% | |
Calories from Carbs | 0% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 164.6 IU | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 49.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 7.1 IU | 1.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 7.1 mg | 35.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 15 mcg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.8 mg | 17.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 13.3 mg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 1.8 mg | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 28.3 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 199.1 mg | 19.9% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 265.5 mg | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 105.8 mg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 2.7 mg | 17.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 17.7 mcg | 25.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | |||
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 24.2 g | 48.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.9 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.9 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.9 mg | |||
Valine | 0.9 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.9 mg | |||
Alanine | 1.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 1.8 mg | |||
Proline | 0.9 mg | |||
Serine | 0.9 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 16.2 g | 24.9% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283 Calories from Fat 165
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.3 g 28.2%
Saturated Fat 5.1 g 25.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 125.6 mg 41.9%
Sodium 119.5 mg 5%
Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 27.4 g 54.8%
Vitamin A 3.7% Vitamin C
Calcium 1.5% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 120
Protein 15.5 g | Carbs 5.6 g | Fat 3.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 216
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 19.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 2.49 g | Fat 15.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 144
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 10.5 g | Fat 5.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 39
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 3.2 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 305
Protein 12.6 g | Carbs 28.8 g | Fat 15.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 218
Protein 17.7 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 14.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 2.49 g | Fat 15.4 g