Chicken patty, frozen, uncooked
FDC 171512oz (85 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 36 · -41 vs Poultry medianUncooked, this frozen chicken patty carries a Nutrient Density Score of 36 of 100, Low band, ranking 57 of 60 in Poultry, well under the category's median of 77. Protein is the one standout nutrient, at 29% DV per 100 g, while the breading and added fat keep the rest of the profile modest.
Sold frozen and meant to be baked, pan-fried, or air-fried before eating, this patty is a convenience product built around a bun rather than a whole-muscle cut. A 3 oz (85 g) raw patty is the typical package serving. It is high in sodium at 518 mg per 100 g even before cooking, and like most breaded, formed patties it scores well below whole cuts of poultry in the category.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 292 kcal | 15% |
| Total fat | 20 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 518 mg | 23% |
| Carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 14 g | 29% |
| Potassium | 248 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.93 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 11 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1.2 mg | 8% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 248 kcal | 12% |
| Total fat | 17 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 3.4 g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 19% |
| Carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 12 g | 24% |
| Potassium | 211 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.79 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 21 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 9.4 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg | 7% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 171512Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the poultry median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
The uncooked version of a frozen chicken patty is the same breaded, formed product before it hits any heat, sold in resealable bags for pulling out one or two patties at a time. It is meant to be cooked from frozen in an oven, air fryer, or skillet rather than thawed first, since thawing can make the breading soggy; once cooked it becomes the familiar crisp-coated patty for a bun, wrap, or salad topping.
Store these in the freezer at 0°F or below and check the package date, since breaded raw poultry products should be used within the recommended window for best quality. Uncooked, a serving (85 g, about one patty) has 292 calories per 100 grams with 14.3 grams of protein and 29% DV protein, figures that shift somewhat once cooked as moisture cooks off, so the cooked-weight numbers are the more useful reference once it is on the plate.
Frequently asked questions about chicken patty, frozen
How many calories are in an uncooked frozen chicken patty?
An uncooked frozen chicken patty has about 292 calories per 100 grams, very close to its cooked counterpart at 287 calories per 100 grams.
Should frozen chicken patties be thawed before cooking?
No, they are designed to be cooked directly from frozen in an oven, air fryer, or skillet, since thawing can make the breading soggy before it has a chance to crisp.
Is an uncooked chicken patty a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides about 29% of the Daily Value for protein per 100 grams, with 14.3 grams of protein per 100 grams before cooking.