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Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, rotisserie, original seasoning, meat only, cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Chicken is Limit: Phosphorus hits 26% of its limit, close to the warning band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus257 mg26%
High
Sodium417 mg21%
Moderate
Potassium301 mg15%
Moderate

About this food

Chicken is a common member of Meat & Protein. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Chicken's phosphorus (26%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein28.7 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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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chicken safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Chicken is Limit. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 26% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Chicken rated Limit?

Chicken is rated Limit because Phosphorus is 26% of its limit (257 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 25-30% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?

On a per-100 g basis, Chicken contains Phosphorus 257 mg, or 26% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Chicken exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 301 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 more in Phosphorus (257 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.