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Chicken drumstick with skin
Calories & nutrition facts
broiler, meat and skin, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 161 kcal —
- Protein 18 g 36%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 9.2 g 12%
- Saturated fat 2.5 g 12%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 106 mg 5%
- Cholesterol 92 mg 31%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 14 µg 2%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.1 µg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.19 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 2.5 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.08 mg 7%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 15%
- Niacin (B3) 4.8 mg 30%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 1 mg 21%
- Vitamin B6 0.35 mg 20%
- Folate (B9) 3 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0.53 µg 22%
- Choline 52.8 mg 10%
Minerals
- Calcium 8 mg 1%
- Iron 0.71 mg 4%
- Magnesium 18 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 163 mg 13%
- Potassium 211 mg 4%
- Zinc 1.9 mg 17%
- Copper 0.06 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 1%
- Selenium 20.2 µg 37%
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Questions about Chicken drumstick with skin
How long do you roast chicken drumsticks with the skin on?
Roast them at 200°C (180°C fan) for about 35–45 minutes, turning once, until the thickest part reaches 75°C on a meat thermometer. Keep the probe away from the bone, which can give a misleading reading.
How do you get the skin on chicken drumsticks crisp?
Pat the skin completely dry before cooking and leave space between the drumsticks so they roast rather than steam. A wire rack over a baking tray lets hot air reach underneath; grill them briefly at the end if the skin needs more colour.
Can you cook chicken drumsticks in an air fryer?
Yes. Arrange them in a single layer and air-fry at 200°C for about 20–25 minutes, turning halfway. Check that the thickest part reaches 75°C, without letting the thermometer touch the bone.
How should you store raw and cooked chicken drumsticks?
Keep raw drumsticks covered on the bottom shelf of the fridge and use them by the date on the pack. Refrigerate cooked drumsticks within two hours and eat them within two days; reheat until piping hot throughout.
What dishes can you make with chicken drumsticks?
They work well in chicken curry, traybakes with potatoes and vegetables, and barbecue-style drumsticks. For a one-pan meal, roast them over chopped vegetables so the juices flavour the vegetables as they cook.
Can you use chicken thighs instead of chicken drumsticks?
Yes. Bone-in thighs with skin make a good swap in roasts and stews, but they are larger, so check the thickest part reaches 75°C and allow extra cooking time if needed.
Is chicken drumstick meat with the skin on much fattier than skinless meat?
Yes: the skin-on drumstick has 9.2 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 3.71 g in chicken drumstick meat. Removing the skin before eating brings the fat down, though cooking with it can help keep the meat moist.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 844 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
