Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat and skin, cooked, stewed
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyChicken receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest at 14%, yet stays under the 15% line.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus141 mg14%
Low
Sodium76 mg4%
Low
Potassium184 mg9%
Low
About this food
In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Chicken - 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
Phosphorus at 14% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.
Other nutrients
Protein25.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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.
On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Chicken is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (14%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Chicken rated Kidney-friendly?
Simply put: among Chicken's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (141 mg, 14%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.
How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?
Chicken's Phosphorus content is 141 mg per 100 g - 14% of the daily limit of 1,000 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 184 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 Phosphorus (141 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.