Ingredient

Boneless Dark Meat Chicken

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use boneless dark meat chicken as a primary protein source in a wide …

What it is

Boneless dark meat chicken refers to chicken meat that has been removed from the bone and is typically darker in color than breast meat. This darker color comes from higher concentrations of myoglobin, a protein that stores oxygen. It is commonly sourced from the thighs and legs of the chicken.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use boneless dark meat chicken as a primary protein source in a wide variety of prepared foods. Its richer flavor and moist texture make it suitable for dishes like frozen dinners, entrees, curries, and rice dishes, where it adds substance and taste.

Health notes

Boneless dark meat chicken is a source of protein, iron, and zinc. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers chicken a safe and wholesome food. International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated chicken as a food ingredient. At typical consumption levels, chicken is considered safe.

Allergen info

Chicken is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Boneless Dark Meat Chicken

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American Halal Company, Inc. Thai Style Green Curry With Chicken, Thai Style Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 117kcal 5.0Protein 3.9Fat 15.6Carbs Mild Pineapple Fried Rice With Chicken Thai Jasmine Rice, Pineapple, Red Bell Peepers & Green Peas With Tender Dark Meat Chicken, Sauteed In A Blend Of Coconut Oil And Exotic Spices, Chicken American Halal Company, Inc. Mild Pineapple Fried Rice With Chicken Thai Jasmine Rice, Pineapple, Red Bell Peepers & Green Peas With Tender Dark Meat Chicken, Sauteed In A Blend Of Coconut Oil And Exotic Spices, Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 163kcal 6.0Protein 5.3Fat 23.0Carbs Chicken Biryani With Basmati Rice A Classic Hyderabadi Inspired Recipe With Tender Dark Meat Chicken And Caramelized Onions, Chicken Biryani Scantibodies Laboratory, Inc. Chicken Biryani With Basmati Rice A Classic Hyderabadi Inspired Recipe With Tender Dark Meat Chicken And Caramelized Onions, Chicken Biryani Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 130kcal 6.5Protein 3.3Fat 19.1Carbs Chicken Biryani With Basmati Rice, Chicken Biryani American Halal Company, Inc. Chicken Biryani With Basmati Rice, Chicken Biryani Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 130kcal 6.5Protein 3.3Fat 19.1Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Charlie's Chicken Curry With Basmati Rice, Charlie's Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 131kcal 6.4Protein 4.6Fat 16.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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