Both white and dark meat are valuable sources of protein, minerals and vitamins. Whether you should choose white or dark meat depends on your health history and goals, but first and foremost, on your taste preferences.
Dark meat is a better source of iron, a mineral that many of us are deficient in. Compared to white meat chicken, dark meat contains more zinc, selenium, and B vitamins: riboflavin, thiamine, vitamins B6 and B12.
On the other hand, white meat chicken is a better source of the B vitamin niacin and magnesium