Calories in Chicken Thigh
Updated July 2026 · Reviewed by CaloriesCalc Team · Source: USDA FoodData Central
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Nutrition Facts
* % Daily Value based on a 2,000 kcal diet.
Vitamins & Minerals — per 100g
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 26.3µg | 48% | |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.1mg | 38% | |
| Zinc | 2.8mg | 25% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.56mg | 33% | |
| Phosphorus | 179mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.25µg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.34mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 218mg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 5% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.19mg | 15% |
Calories in Chicken Thigh by Weight
| Weight | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|
Calories in Different Chicken Thigh Servings
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100g | 100g | 209 kcal | 26.0g | 10.9g | 0.0g |
| thigh bone-in (116g) | — | 242 kcal | — | — | — |
| 100g cooked | — | 209 kcal | — | — | — |
Macronutrient Breakdown — per 100g
Zero carbs. Higher fat vs breast (10.9g vs 3.6g) gives juicier texture and richer flavour. Thigh fat is ~56% monounsaturated.
Micronutrient Highlights
Chicken Thigh Benefits
More Iron and Zinc Than Breast
Chicken thigh is dark meat — higher myoglobin content means more iron (1.34mg vs 0.74mg/100g) and zinc (2.8mg vs 1.0mg). Iron and zinc are the two nutrients most commonly deficient in active people. For those monitoring these minerals, thigh is significantly superior to breast.
Fat Quality — Mostly Unsaturated
Despite 10.9g of fat per 100g, thigh fat is ~56% monounsaturated (oleic acid — same as olive oil) and 20% polyunsaturated, with only 24% saturated. The monounsaturated component is associated with cardiovascular benefits and improves absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
Flavour and Dietary Adherence
Research shows food palatability is one of the strongest predictors of long-term diet success. Thigh's higher fat gives significantly more flavour and juiciness than breast — harder to overcook and remains tender across a wider range of cooking methods, improving dietary adherence.
Collagen for Joint Health
Chicken thighs, particularly bone-in when cooked in soups or braises, release collagen — glycine-rich protein supporting joint cartilage and gut lining integrity. Clinical studies show dietary collagen peptides benefit joint pain in athletes and osteoarthritis patients.
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Sources
Nutrition values from USDA FoodData Central. Not medical advice.