Chicken Skin Cracklings
Chicken Skin Cracklings are a crispy, savory appetizer made by rendering and frying chicken skin until it puffs and becomes light and crunchy. They are typically seasoned simply with salt, pepper, or other spices, and are popular in various cuisines, notably in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and as a bar snack in many Western countries.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in fat and protein, with virtually no carbohydrates, making it a keto-friendly snack. A typical serving of about 1 ounce (28g) contains roughly 150-200 calories, providing a good source of collagen and protein but also being calorie-dense.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 410 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 38 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 210 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.5 mg |
| Selenium | 12 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.9 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3 mcg |
Per 1/2 cup (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Chicken Skin Cracklings are a prime example of nose-to-tail eating, transforming a often-discarded part of the bird into a prized delicacy. Nutritionally, they are a concentrated source of collagen, which is beneficial for skin and joint health.
