Pheasant, raw, meat and skin
FDC 174472oz (85 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 61 · -16 vs Poultry medianRaw pheasant with meat and skin scores 61 of 100, a Good band ranking 50th of 60 in Poultry, below the category's median of 77. Protein is the single standout nutrient, at 45% DV, with no other nutrient in this brief crossing into notable territory.
Pheasant is a game bird typically roasted or braised, less commonly found in everyday cooking than turkey or chicken, with a 3-ounce, 85-gram portion used for reference. Since the skin is included, it carries more fat than skinless cuts, and anyone wanting a higher-ranking poultry option in this batch might look at cooked ground turkey instead.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 181 kcal | 9% |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 23 g | 45% |
| Potassium | 243 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 53 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 154 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 7.9 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 19 g | 39% |
| Potassium | 207 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.98 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 17 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 45 µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | - |
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FDC 174472Original 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
More nutrient-dense swaps
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Pheasant is a lean game bird typically roasted whole, often barded with bacon or basted while cooking to keep the lean meat from drying out, or braised in a wine-based sauce for a more tender result. The flesh is firmer and more subtly gamey than chicken, pairing well with fruit-based sauces like apple or cranberry, root vegetables, and herbs such as juniper or thyme.
Fresh pheasant should be used within a day or two of purchase or kept frozen, and because it's lean it responds best to slow, moist cooking methods like braising to avoid toughness. At 181 calories per 100 g raw and protein at 45% of the Daily Value, with just 40 mg of sodium, it makes a lean centerpiece for a special-occasion roast dinner.
Frequently asked questions about pheasant, raw
How many calories are in raw pheasant meat and skin?
Raw pheasant with skin has 181 calories per 100 g.
Is pheasant a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides 22.7 g of protein per 100 g, equal to 45% of the Daily Value.
How is pheasant typically cooked?
It's often roasted whole with basting or barding to keep the lean meat moist, or braised in a wine-based sauce.