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Chicken, broilers or fryers, skin only, cooked, fried, flour

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Chicken falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (13%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus126 mg13%
Low
Sodium53 mg3%
Low
Potassium125 mg6%
Low

About this food

About 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Chicken's phosphorus is 13% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein19.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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

A handy approach - 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Chicken is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (13%). 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 (126 mg, 13%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?

Data: 100 g of Chicken has Phosphorus 126 mg (13% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Chicken falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 125 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Chicken compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Chicken carries less Phosphorus at 126 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.