Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat and skin, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyChicken scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Phosphorus leads at 12% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus123 mg12%
Low
Sodium84 mg4%
Low
Potassium187 mg9%
Low
About this food
How to think about Meat & Protein: Chicken is worth a closer look - 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
On the phosphorus angle (12%), Chicken belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein17.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
A common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Chicken is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 12% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.
Why is Chicken rated Kidney-friendly?
Chicken is rated Kidney-friendly because Phosphorus is 12% of its limit (123 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.
How much Phosphorus is in Chicken?
Per 100 g, Chicken provides Phosphorus 123 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (12%).
Is Chicken safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Chicken falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 187 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Chicken compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Chicken ranks less on Phosphorus (123 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.