Dark Meat Chicken is a protein-rich food. It is high in protein.
Calories per drumstick with skin (106g)
194
kcal% Daily Value
Per drumstick with skin (106g)
A serving of Dark Meat Chicken (106g) contains 194kcal of calories, which is 10% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that dark meat chicken is a low source of calories compared to other proteins.
See how Dark Meat Chicken compares to other proteins foods.
per 100g
19
per leek (124g)
38.4
per 100g
101
per cup (140g)
74.2
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 174504 | Last updated: 2026-04-06
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