Chicken Skin Chips

Chicken Skin Chips are a crispy, savory snack made by rendering and frying or baking seasoned chicken skin until it becomes light and crunchy. The dish typically uses just chicken skin, salt, and sometimes spices like paprika or garlic powder. While enjoyed worldwide as a bar snack or appetizer, it has particular popularity in East and Southeast Asian cuisines.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very high in fat and protein, with virtually no carbohydrates, providing a significant amount of calories—roughly 200-300 per ounce (28g) serving. It is a good source of collagen and certain B vitamins, but should be enjoyed in moderation due to its high saturated fat and calorie density.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	190 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	17 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	250 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)	3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Selenium	10 mcg
Choline	30 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg

Per 1 cup (28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Chicken Skin Chips are a classic example of 'nose-to-tail' eating, transforming a often-discarded part of the bird into a prized delicacy. Nutritionally, they are a pure source of animal fat and protein, making them a popular choice in low-carb or ketogenic diets.