Fried Chicken Leg Quarter

Fried Chicken Leg Quarter is a classic comfort food featuring the entire lower portion of a chicken leg, including the thigh and drumstick, typically marinated and deep-fried until golden and crispy. It's a staple in American Southern cuisine, though variations exist globally, often seasoned with a blend of spices like paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, providing a substantial amount of calories—roughly 400-500 per serving depending on preparation—along with key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, particularly B12.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	36 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	780 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	8.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Iron	2.1 mg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Selenium	28 mcg

Per 1 leg quarter (210 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a symbol of hearty, home-style cooking in the American South and has become a global fast-food icon, while nutritionally, the dark meat offers more iron and zinc compared to white meat, though it's also higher in fat.