Last updated: October 11, 2026. Information checked at the time of writing.
Short answer: per 100 g, chicken liver (“Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, pan-fried”) has 172 kcal, 6.43 g of fat and 25.8 g of protein, according to Health Canada’s Canadian Nutrient File 2026. The table lists every major nutrient per 100 g and per 75 g, with % Daily Value.
Chicken Liver nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 75 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 172 kcal | 129 kcal | n/a |
| Protein | 25.8 g | 19.3 g | n/a |
| Fat | 6.43 g | 4.82 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.03 g | 1.52 g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.39 g | 1.04 g | n/a |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.26 g | 0.95 g | n/a |
| Trans fat | 0.10 g | 0.07 g | n/a |
| Carbohydrate | 1.11 g | 0.83 g | n/a |
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 423 mg | n/a |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 9.66 mg | 54% |
| Zinc | 4.01 mg | 3.01 mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.54 mg | 0.40 mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 88.2 mcg | 66.2 mcg | 120% |
| Magnesium | 27.0 mg | 20.2 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 442 mg | 332 mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 315 mg | 236 mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 92.0 mg | 69.0 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 10.0 mg | 7.50 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 4,296 mcg | 3,222 mcg | 358% |
| Vitamin B12 | 21.1 mcg | 15.8 mcg | 660% |
| Folate (DFE) | 560 mcg | 420 mcg | 105% |
| Choline | 327 mg | 245 mg | 45% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 2.31 mg | 1.73 mg | 133% |
| Niacin (B3, preformed) | 13.9 mg | 10.4 mg | n/a |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.84 mg | 0.63 mg | 37% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 8.31 mg | 6.24 mg | 125% |
| Vitamin C | 2.70 mg | 2.02 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.77 mg | 0.58 mg | 4% |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6) | 0.71 g | 0.54 g | n/a |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) | 0.03 g | 0.02 g | n/a |
Source: Health Canada, Canadian Nutrient File 2026, food code 5335 (“Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, pan-fried”). % DV is for the serving shown and uses Daily Values on Canadian labels; n/a means no Daily Value applies.
What stands out
- Chicken liver is the top folate food in the Canadian Nutrient File and a strong source of vitamin A, B12 and iron.
- It has less vitamin A and copper than beef liver.
Related: beef liver nutrition facts, iron-rich foods ranked and high-protein foods ranked.
FAQ
How many calories are in chicken liver?
172 kcal per 100 g, according to the Canadian Nutrient File 2026.
How much protein is in chicken liver?
25.8 g per 100 g.
How much fat is in chicken liver?
6.43 g per 100 g.
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