Evidence-based food guidance for fatty liver disease · Based on AASLD 2023 Guidelines
Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw belongs to the Poultry Products group in the USDA FoodData Central database. Per 100 grams, it provides 221.0 kcal, 16.5g protein, 0.2g carbohydrate, and 16.6g fat — of which 4.52g is saturated (27.2% of total fat).
Its processing is minimal, which puts it near the whole-food end of what the Mediterranean pattern prefers. The sodium level is moderate at 81.0mg per 100g, easy enough to fit within a typical day. The standard preparation in the data is Per package or as prepared, which affects the fat profile that actually gets eaten. All of these figures come from the USDA database this site is built around, scored with the same AASLD 2023 rules used everywhere here.
With its Recommended rating, Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw fits easily into a Mediterranean-style week, the pattern the AASLD highlights for MASLD.
In context, chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, raw is a genuinely protein-dense choice (16g per 100g), which makes it useful when keeping portions moderate. The database lists a typical serving of 1 thigh; keeping servings in that range is the practical lever that matters most.
Compared with other entries in the Poultry Products group, chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, raw sits where it does because of the numbers above — the saturated-fat share, added sugar, and processing checks that decide every rating on this site. The rating is not a verdict on the food as a whole; it is a verdict on how it fits the Mediterranean pattern recommended for MASLD.
Can you eat Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw if you have fatty liver disease?
Based on Saturated fat: 27% of total fat. Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw is classified as Recommended for fatty liver. For best results, follow the recommended portion of 80-100g and cooking method: proper preparation. The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) specifically recommends a Mediterranean-style diet rich in vegetables, fish, olive oil, and whole grains while limiting saturated fat, added sugar, and processed foods.
Is Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw high in saturated fat?
Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw contains 4.5g of saturated fat per 100g (27.2% of total fat). The AASLD guidance recommends limiting saturated fat intake to support liver health. This is a relatively low saturated fat content, which aligns well with the Mediterranean diet. Pairing Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw with fiber-rich vegetables can help mitigate the impact of dietary fat on liver metabolism.
Should I measure my portion of Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw for fatty liver?
Yes, portion awareness is helpful for managing fatty liver. A serving of Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw is 1 thigh (113.0g), 3-5 times per week. Using visual cues — such as comparing protein portions to the size of your palm — can make portion control easier without weighing every meal.
What does the Recommended rating mean for Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw?
A Recommended rating means that Chicken, Broilers or Fryers, Thigh, Meat and Skin, Raw can be safely included in a fatty liver diet when consumed in appropriate portions. Saturated fat: 27% of total fat. Choosing whole, minimally processed foods is generally recommended for optimal liver health. This rating system is designed to help you make informed choices aligned with the Mediterranean diet framework recommended by the AASLD for managing MASLD.
Data Sources
Nutritional data from USDA FoodData Central. Verdict engine based on AASLD 2023 Practice Guidance and ADA 2024 Standards of Care. This is dietary reference information, not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making dietary changes.