Food guide

Chicken Gizzard

Chicken Gizzard is a commonly eaten animal protein in many food cultures.

Meat & PoultryProtein-Rich

Chicken Gizzard, a nutrient-dense meat & poultry food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of chicken gizzard for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 154 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Chicken Gizzard
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	154 kcal	154 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	30.4 g	30.4 g	19.7 g
Carbohydrate	0 g	0 g	0 g
Fat	2.7 g	2.7 g	1.8 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of chicken gizzard, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Chicken Gizzard
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0.2 mg	0.2 mg	1%
Vitamin K	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Thiamin	0.026 mg	0.026 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.21 mg	0.21 mg	16%
Niacin	3.1 mg	3.1 mg	19%
Vitamin B6	0.071 mg	0.071 mg	4%
Folate	5 µg	5 µg	1%
Vitamin B12	1 µg	1 µg	42%
Pantothenic acid	0.47 mg	0.47 mg	9%
Choline	104 mg	104 mg	19%
Minerals
Calcium	17 mg	17 mg	1%
Iron	3.2 mg	3.2 mg	18%
Magnesium	3 mg	3 mg	<1%
Phosphorus	189 mg	189 mg	15%
Potassium	179 mg	179 mg	4%
Sodium	56 mg	56 mg	2%
Zinc	4.4 mg	4.4 mg	40%
Selenium	41.1 µg	41.1 µg	75%
Copper	0.16 mg	0.16 mg	18%
Manganese	0.074 mg	0.074 mg	3%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Chicken, gizzard, all classes, cooked, simmered

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat chicken gizzard?

A concentrated protein food for the calories it costs.
Chicken Gizzard is a commonly eaten animal protein in many food cultures.

How to include it

Cook to a safe temperature and serve with vegetables or a whole grain.
Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Lemon.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.