Carbs in Chicken Leg

Keto-friendly

How many carbs are in chicken leg?

Chicken Leg has 0.2g net carbs per 100g — 0.2g total carbs minus 0g fiber — plus 16.4g protein, 16g fat, and 214 calories. With this carb count, chicken leg fits a keto or low-carb diet (usually 20–50g net carbs per day) in normal portions. Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Chicken Leg
0.2g
Net carbs
0.2g
Total carbs
0g
Fiber
16.4g
Protein
16g
Fat
214
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is chicken leg keto-friendly?

Yes

Yes — chicken leg is keto-friendly. It has 0.2g net carbs per 100g (0.2g total carbs − 0g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other foods and meals.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
100 g (3.5 oz)0.2g0.2g214
1 oz (28 g)0.1g0.1g60

How many calories are in chicken leg?

Chicken Leg has 214 calories per 100g. That's alongside 16.4g protein, 16g fat, and 0.2g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories214
Total carbs0.2g
Net carbs0.2g
Fiber0g
Sugar0g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein16.4g
Fat16g
Sodium84mg
Potassium203mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in chicken leg?
Chicken Leg has 0.2g of total carbs and 0.2g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in chicken leg?
Chicken Leg has 0.2g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 0.2g minus 0g fiber).
Is chicken leg keto-friendly?
Yes — chicken leg is keto-friendly. It has 0.2g net carbs per 100g (0.2g total carbs − 0g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other foods and meals.
How many calories are in chicken leg?
Chicken Leg has 214 calories per 100 grams.

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