Poultry, Chicken & Turkey: Calories

Primarily made up of protein and fat, the calorie content of poultry is highly dependent on the cut of the meat. Lean cuts, such as the breast, generally have the best fat-to-muscle ratio, making them low-calorie and high-protein choices. The protein in poultry is also very digestible. Check out our Poultry, Chicken and Turkey Chart below for more nutritional information.

Food	Serving	Calories	Serving	Calories
Chicken	100 g	166 Cal	100 g	764 Cal
Chicken Biryani	100 g	253 Cal	100 g	719 Cal
Chicken Breast	100 g	101 Cal	100 g	151 Cal
Chicken Breast, cooked	100 g	99 Cal	100 g	178 Cal
Chicken Breast, fried	100 g	105 Cal	100 g	189 Cal
Chicken Breast, grilled	100 g	107 Cal	100 g	193 Cal
Chicken Breast, roasted, baked	100 g	128 Cal	100 g	230 Cal
Chicken Breast, skinless	100 g	101 Cal	100 g	231 Cal
Chicken Drumstick	100 g	149 Cal	100 g	141 Cal
Chicken Fried Steak	100 g	141 Cal	100 g	399 Cal
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Chicken Giblets	100 g	229 Cal	100 g	263 Cal
Chicken Heart	100 g	47 Cal	100 g	118 Cal
Chicken Liver	100 g	136 Cal	100 g	60 Cal
Chicken Liver Pate	100 g	201 Cal	100 g	57 Cal
Chicken Nuggets	100 g	252 Cal	100 g	50 Cal
Chicken Patty	100 g	290 Cal	100 g	174 Cal
Chicken Sausage	100 g	199 Cal	100 g	149 Cal
Chicken Strips	100 g	271 Cal	100 g	136 Cal
Chicken Tenders	100 g	271 Cal	100 g	499 Cal
Chicken Thigh	100 g	173 Cal	100 g	335 Cal
Chicken Thigh, cooked	100 g	141 Cal	100 g	190 Cal
Chicken Thigh, grilled, roasted	100 g	164 Cal	100 g	230 Cal
Chicken Thigh, skinless	100 g	175 Cal	100 g	140 Cal
Chicken Wings	100 g	191 Cal	100 g	111 Cal
Chicken, baked	100 g	117 Cal	100 g	204 Cal
Chicken, boiled	100 g	118 Cal	100 g	177 Cal
Chicken, grilled	100 g	151 Cal	100 g	296 Cal
Cornish Hens	100 g	200 Cal	100 g	672 Cal
Deviled Eggs	100 g	198 Cal	100 g	59 Cal
Goose Meat	100 g	161 Cal	100 g	137 Cal
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Ground Turkey	100 g	203 Cal	100 g	166 Cal
Orange Chicken	100 g	262 Cal	100 g	351 Cal
Ostrich Meat	100 g	117 Cal	100 g	99 Cal
Quail	100 g	110 Cal	100 g	120 Cal
Rotisserie Chicken	100 g	188 Cal	100 g	160 Cal
Tandoori Chicken	100 g	247 Cal	100 g	210 Cal
Turkey	100 g	157 Cal	100 g	197 Cal
Turkey Bacon	100 g	226 Cal	100 g	32 Cal
Turkey Breast	100 g	105 Cal	100 g	242 Cal
Turkey Breast, roasted	100 g	147 Cal	100 g	165 Cal
Turkey Breast, sliced	100 g	105 Cal	100 g	27 Cal
Turkey Cutlet	100 g	262 Cal	100 g	294 Cal
Turkey Drumsticks	100 g	118 Cal	100 g	420 Cal
Turkey Egg	100 g	171 Cal	100 g	135 Cal
Turkey Heart	100 g	117 Cal	100 g	28 Cal
Turkey Legs	100 g	144 Cal	100 g	151 Cal
Turkey Pastrami	100 g	143 Cal	100 g	41 Cal
Turkey Sausage	100 g	199 Cal	100 g	149 Cal
Turkey Steak	100 g	105 Cal	100 g	132 Cal
Turkey Wings	100 g	115 Cal	100 g	138 Cal

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Poultry Types and Healthy Cooking Methods

Poultry is a common staple around the world and is an especially popular choice for holiday meals. Nutritionally, poultry and fowl are some of the leanest protein options available and can be a beneficial part of the diet. They also contain fewer calories compared to beef and other red meats. This is due to how the animals store fat deposits in their bodies. As with any meat, the healthiest way to eat it is skinless.

When it comes to preparation methods, poaching takes the top spot for the healthiest option. This eliminates the need for any fats or oils and, since you can poach over low heat, the meat won’t lose a lot of nutrients. Grilling can also be a great option, as it also requires very little oil. Using a non-stick pan can be helpful, as these often eliminate the need for oil altogether. It’s best to avoid methods such as frying or breading meat, as is the case with chicken nuggets or chicken tenders. These options are very fatty. Finally, opt for non-processed meats instead of lunch meats. These often contain more salt, sodium and preservatives.