Chicken Thigh Nutrition Facts: Calories, Vitamins & Minerals
Chicken Thigh nutrition facts per 100 g and per serving
Figures are for: Chicken thigh, baked
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: one, 120 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal | 252 kcal |
| Energy (kilojoules) | 879 kJ | 1,054 kJ |
| Protein | 24 g | 29 g |
| Fat | 12 g | 14 g |
| incl. saturated | 3.3 g | 4 g |
| Total carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g |
| incl. sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| incl. fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.6 g |
*Where the numbers come from
Values per 100 g as eaten, averaged from food composition tables (USDA FoodData Central and others) and rounded — a specific brand or recipe will differ a little. Carbohydrates are total carbohydrate, fiber included, as on a US Nutrition Facts label.
210 kcal (879 kJ) per 100 g · P/F/C 24/12/0 g
Serving (one, 120 g) — 252 kcal (1,054 kJ) · Nutri-Score A
Per 100 g: sugar: low saturated fat: medium salt: medium fiber: low
Is chicken thigh healthy?
Yes. On its nutrient profile, chicken thigh is a healthy choice: grade A on the open 2023 Nutri-Score algorithm, the top grade.
For
- Protein: 29 g per serving — 52% of the 56 g daily reference for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult.
A typical serving (one, 120 g) has 252 kcal, 29 g protein, 14 g fat and 0 g carbs. Other weights in the table.
How we judge this, and the sources
The answer comes from the food's composition, not from opinion: its Nutri-Score grade on the open 2023 algorithm, a traffic light for sugar, salt, saturated fat and fiber per 100 g, and the share of daily reference amounts in a typical serving (for salt, sugar, fiber and vegetables, those of the WHO). It rates the food's nutrient profile; it is not medical advice. Formulas, thresholds and every source are on the methodology page; last checked against the sources on November 1, 2026. The short food description was written by our language model (AI) — how we check the text.
More about this food
Thighs are fattier than breast, which keeps them juicy; dark meat has more iron and zinc. Without the skin, the calorie gap shrinks a lot.
protein 47%fat 53%carbs 0%
Vitamins and minerals in chicken thigh
Per 100 g, the standouts are selenium — 27 mcg, 49% of the Daily Value; niacin — 6.2 mg, 39% of the Daily Value; vitamin B6 — 0.46 mg, 27% of the Daily Value.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: one, 120 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | 3.9 mcg | 4.7 mcg | 4% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | 0.12 mg | 10% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.22 mg | 0.26 mg | 20% |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.2 mg | 7.5 mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46 mg | 0.55 mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42 mcg | 0.5 mcg | 21% |
| Potassium | 269 mg | 323 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 24 mg | 29 mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 230 mg | 276 mg | 22% |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 1.4 mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.9 mg | 2.3 mg | 21% |
| Copper | 0.07 mg | 0.08 mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 27 mcg | 33 mcg | 59% |
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 160 mg | 53% |
*Where the vitamin numbers come from
Vitamins and minerals come from the USDA FoodData Central record “Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, roasted” (FDC ID 172388, SR Legacy; public domain), checked October 14, 2026; the record was matched to this food by calories, protein and fat. % DV is per serving, against the FDA Daily Values used on Nutrition Facts labels (2,000-calorie diet). The table lists nutrients that reach at least 2% DV per 100 g; the rest are absent or trace. Varieties, seasons and brands differ, and cooking in water leaches some vitamin C and B vitamins.
Chicken Thigh calories by weight, 50–300 g
150 g of chicken thigh has 315 calories and 200 g has 420. The table gives protein, fat and carbs for each weight; for any other amount, type your own into the calculator below.
| Weight | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| 50 g | 105 | 12 / 6 / 0 |
| 100 g | 210 | 24 / 12 / 0 |
| 120 g — typical serving | 252 | 29 / 14 / 0 |
| 150 g | 315 | 36 / 18 / 0 |
| 200 g | 420 | 48 / 24 / 0 |
| 250 g | 525 | 60 / 30 / 0 |
| 300 g | 630 | 72 / 36 / 0 |
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Calories in dishes with chicken thigh
| Dish | Serving | Kcal per serving | Chicken Thigh in it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandoori chicken | 170 g | 349 | ≈147 g |
| Japanese chicken curry with rice | 460 g | 607 | ≈80 g |
How we count
Dishes are estimated from typical restaurant and home recipes — a specific kitchen will differ.
How much movement is one serving?
A serving (one, 120 g) is 252 kcal — roughly 82 min of easy walking or 32 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. In the diary, minutes are worked out for your weight and the activities you actually do.
Chicken Thigh: swaps and alternatives
No need to swap: chicken thigh already gets grade A, the top of the scale, and nothing is in the red on the per-100 g traffic light: sugar 0 g (red is over 22.5 g), saturated fat 3.3 g (over 5 g) and salt 0.5 g (over 1.5 g). We only suggest a swap when it fixes a real problem. How we pick swaps.
What to pair chicken thigh with
A serving of chicken thigh has no fiber (the WHO suggests at least 25 g a day); that's easy to make up on the same plate:
- Broccoli, 150 g — +4.9 g fiber, 53 kcal.
Equally good alternatives
Same food group and the same place on the plate, with a Nutri-Score grade at least as good. Figures are for 120 g, a typical serving of chicken thigh.
| Food | Grade | Kcal | Protein, g | Fiber, g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Thigh | A | 252 | 29 | 0 |
| Turkey | A | 186 | 35 | 0 |
| Pork Tenderloin | A | 176 | 31 | 0 |
Chicken Thigh vs similar foods: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Turkey | 185 | 25 / 9.5 / 0 |
| Filet Mignon | 188 | 29 / 8 / 0 |
| Chicken Wings | 191 | 18 / 13 / 0 |
| Chicken Thigh | 210 | 24 / 12 / 0 |
| Meatballs in Sauce | 215 | 13 / 13 / 12 |
| Rotisserie Chicken | 215 | 25 / 13 / 0 |
| Satay | 226 | 17 / 15 / 7.4 |
Chicken Thigh: head-to-head comparisons
FAQ
How many calories are in 100 g of chicken thigh?
100 g of chicken thigh has 210 calories, with 24 g protein, 12 g fat and 0 g carbohydrates.
How many calories are in a serving of chicken thigh?
A serving (one, 120 g) has 252 calories: 29 g protein, 14 g fat and 0 g carbs.
What are the macros of chicken thigh?
Per 100 g: 24 g protein, 0 g carbs and 12 g fat. By calories that's about 47% protein, 0% carbs and 53% fat.
How long do you have to walk to burn a serving of chicken thigh?
About 82 min of easy walking or 32 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person — that's the 252 calories in a serving (one, 120 g).
What vitamins and minerals are in chicken thigh?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh is richest in selenium (27 mcg, 49% DV), niacin (6.2 mg, 39% DV), vitamin B6 (0.46 mg, 27% DV) — from USDA FoodData Central record 172388.
How much fiber is in chicken thigh?
None: dietary fiber comes from plant foods and mushrooms — vegetables, fruit, grains, beans and nuts.
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