Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyChicken is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sodium is highest (15%), all below 15% of limits.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus145 mg14%
Low
Sodium295 mg15%
Low
Potassium185 mg9%
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
Sodium at 15% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.
Other nutrients
Protein21.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
If you are managing mineral intake: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Chicken falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Sodium (15%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Chicken rated Kidney-friendly?
The deciding factor is Sodium: 295 mg, 15% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Chicken is rated Kidney-friendly.
How much Sodium is in Chicken?
Chicken's Sodium content is 295 mg per 100 g - 15% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Chicken falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 185 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Chicken compare to other meat & protein foods?
How does Chicken compare within Meat & Protein? Its Sodium (295 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.