Meat and Poultry / Poultry
Chicken pullet, thigh
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 74% |
| Calories | 103kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 19.6 g/ 71g (27%) | ||||
Total Fat | 2.7 g/ 42g (6%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.11%) |
Vit B1 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B3 | 6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (37%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 10 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 157 mg/ 700mg (22%) source |
Iron | 1.6 mg/ 12mg (13%) |
Sodium | 56 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Chicken pullet (thigh), cooked. It’s a protein-rich part of the chicken, usually served as viand with rice and vegetables.
Why it matters to health
Chicken thigh provides lean protein that helps with muscle repair and keeps you full between meals. In this serving, it has low carbs and no sugar, which fits well with a typical Filipino day of 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks. It also has some saturated fat (0.740 g) and sodium (56 mg), so it’s best to pair it with vegetables and keep the sauce/seasoning balanced to support heart health and overall well-being.
Healthier tips
- Use a palm-sized portion per meal, then add 1–2 cups of vegetables (or a side salad) for fiber and volume.
- Choose grilled, boiled, or lightly sautéed methods; go easy on extra oil and creamy sauces.
- If it’s salty (like adobo-style), balance the meal with unsalted/less-salty sides and plenty of water.
- For snacks, pair with fruit or plain yogurt instead of extra rice or processed snacks.
Common Filipino dishes
Chicken adobo, chicken inasal, chicken curry, tinola, arroz caldo
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