Protein in Chicken Liver: How Much per 100g and per Portion
Fried chicken liver provides 22.1g of protein per 100g. This makes it a high-protein food, with protein accounting for 52% of its total calories, which is a high proportion. A larger 150g amount contains 33.2g of protein. This data is for chicken liver fried in corn oil, so the nutritional values will differ depending on the cooking method and any added ingredients.
CoFID 18-412 · Liver, chicken, fried in corn oil
What the numbers say
- Protein per calorie. For every 100 kcal, fried chicken liver supplies 13.1g of protein. Protein provides 52% of the total energy in this food.
- Fat and salt. Per 100g, fried chicken liver is rated ‘medium’ for fat and ‘low’ for salt according to UK front-of-pack labelling guidelines. The amount of saturated fat was not determined in this analysis.
- Carbohydrate and fibre. Fried chicken liver contains no carbohydrate, sugar, or dietary fibre. It is a source of protein and fat only.
Chicken Liver macros per 100g
| Per 100g | Amount | % RI | Colour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 169 kcal 705 kJ |
8% | – |
| Protein | 22.1g | 44% | – |
| Fat | 8.9g | 13% | medium |
| of which saturates | n/a | n/a | – |
| Carbohydrate | trace | 0% | – |
| of which sugars | 0g | 0% | low |
| Fibre | 0g | – | – |
| Salt | 0.2g | 3% | low |
% RI is the share of the adult reference intake used on UK food labels (protein 50g, energy 2,000 kcal). Label colour applies the FSA front-of-pack bands for fat, saturates, sugars and salt per 100g. “Trace” means CoFID reports only a trace amount.
Protein in chicken liver by amount
| Amount | Protein | kcal | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100g | 22.1g | 169 | 0g | 8.9g |
| 150g | 33.2g | 254 | 0g | 13.4g |
| 200g | 44.2g | 338 | 0g | 17.8g |
Example amounts for comparison, not recommended portions. Weigh your own serving.
Amount of chicken liver for 20g or 30g of protein
- To get 30g of protein, you would need to eat about 136g of fried chicken liver, which also provides 229 kcal and 12.1g of fat.
- A smaller amount of 90g provides 20g of protein for 153 kcal.
- Remember this data is for cooked liver; if you weigh your food raw, the final cooked weight will be lower due to moisture loss during frying.
How it compares with other meats
With 22.1g of protein per 100g, fried chicken liver ranks 18th out of 28 meats on our site for protein content. It also ranks 17th within its group for protein per calorie. When compared to similar foods, its protein content is higher than that of duck (19.7g) and pork mince (19.2g). However, it contains less protein per 100g than corned beef (25.9g) and chicken thigh (25.6g). Overall, it places 38th for protein content among all 137 foods analysed on the site, making it a significant protein source.
| Per 100g | Protein | kcal | Protein per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Liver | 22.1g | 169 | 13.1g |
| Corned Beef | 25.9g | 205 | 12.6g |
| Duck | 19.7g | 137 | 14.4g |
| Chicken Thigh | 25.6g | 180 | 14.2g |
| Pork Mince | 19.2g | 164 | 11.7g |
Quick answers
Is chicken liver a good source of protein?
Yes, it is a high-protein food, providing 22.1g of protein per 100g. This amount contributes 44% of the UK’s daily Reference Intake for protein.
Does chicken liver have any carbs or sugar?
No, according to official UK data, fried chicken liver contains 0.0g of carbohydrate and 0.0g of sugars.
How much fat is in chicken liver?
Chicken liver fried in corn oil contains 8.9g of fat per 100g. This is classified as a ‘medium’ fat content on front-of-pack food labels.
When to speak to a GP or dietitian
- If you have chronic kidney disease, you may have been given a protein target. Check with your renal team or GP before raising your protein intake.
- Liver is very high in vitamin A, and the NHS advises people who are pregnant to avoid liver and liver products.
- If tracking protein or calories starts to feel stressful or takes over your day, talk to your GP. Our safety note lists support services.