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Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat and skin, cooked, stewed

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyChicken is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest (12%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus120 mg12%
Low
Sodium64 mg3%
Low
Potassium145 mg7%
Low

About this food

Chicken sits in the Meat & Protein group. Animal proteins tend to be higher in phosphorus, and animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80% versus 30-50% for plants. Choosing low-phosphorus proteins such as egg whites or tofu, or controlling portions of red meat, is a common CKD approach.

Nutrient insight

Chicken's phosphorus (12%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein22.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine141.7 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chicken safe for kidney disease?

Chicken is rated Kidney-friendly: Phosphorus is 12% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Chicken rated Kidney-friendly?

Chicken's Phosphorus content (120 mg) equals 12% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?

On a per-100 g basis, Chicken contains Phosphorus 120 mg, or 12% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Chicken falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 145 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Chicken compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Chicken is less in Phosphorus (120 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.