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Chicken Breast
The bottom line
A lean, versatile protein; fresh chicken is naturally low in sodium — it is the processing and sauces that add it.
On dialysis: A dialysis staple: protein needs rise on treatment, and a palm-sized portion at each meal is a common pattern your dietitian can tune.
A healthier swap
No swap needed for fresh chicken. Swap breaded, marinated or rotisserie versions (sodium and phosphate additives) for plain home-cooked.
Understand the nutrients
Frequently asked questions
What does 'enhanced' chicken mean on a label?
Some raw poultry is injected with salt water and phosphates to keep it moist. That quietly adds sodium and highly absorbable phosphorus. Plain, un-basted chicken is the cleaner choice — check the ingredients for 'PHOS' words and added salt.
These pages are general education about eating with kidney disease, dialysis or a kidney transplant. They are not medical advice and do not replace your own care plan. Kidney diets are individual: what is right for you depends on your stage, your blood tests, your medicines and your other conditions. Always talk to your care team or renal dietitian before changing what you eat, and never stop or change a medicine because of something you read here.
