How many calories are in rotisserie chicken?

A 3 oz serving of rotisserie chicken breast meat (85g) without skin has 122 calories. With skin, it's about 170 cal. A whole rotisserie chicken breast is 553 calories. Dark meat portions are about 180 cal/100g.

How many calories in a whole rotisserie chicken?

About 1,200-1,400 calories total (meat only, no skin). With skin, about 1,600-1,800 cal. A typical Costco rotisserie chicken weighs about 3 lbs and serves 4-6 people.

Is rotisserie chicken healthy?

The breast meat is excellent: 28g protein, 3.6g fat per 100g. The main concern is sodium—328mg per 100g from the seasoning brine. Skip the skin to reduce fat and sodium further.

Why is rotisserie chicken so high in sodium?

Most are brined or injected with a salt solution before cooking. At 328mg sodium per 100g (breast meat), a typical serving has 280mg—about 12% daily limit. Check labels if you're sodium-sensitive.

Rotisserie chicken vs plain grilled breast?

Very similar nutritionally. Rotisserie has slightly more sodium from seasoning and slightly more fat from the skin-on cooking method. Both are lean, high-protein options.

How long does rotisserie chicken last?

3-4 days refrigerated, up to 4 months frozen. Remove meat from the bone within 2 hours of buying. Store in airtight containers. Reheat to 165°F for safety.

Is rotisserie chicken good for meal prep?

One of the best options. Shred the meat for salads, wraps, grain bowls, soups, and tacos. One chicken yields 3-4 meals. Buy on Sunday, use through Wednesday.

Breast vs thigh on rotisserie chicken?

Breast: 144 cal, 28g protein, 3.6g fat per 100g. Thigh: ~180 cal, 25g protein, 10g fat per 100g. Breast is leaner, thigh is more flavorful. Both are nutritious.