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Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Chicken is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 20% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus205 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium99 mg5%
Low
Potassium269 mg13%
Low

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 (20%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein24.2 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Chicken falls in the Moderate tier, with Phosphorus (20%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Chicken rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 205 mg, 20% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Chicken is rated Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?

On a per-100 g basis, Chicken contains Phosphorus 205 mg, or 20% 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 269 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 (205 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.