Chicken thigh is the dark-meat cut from the upper leg of the chicken. It is more tender and flavorful than chicken breast and is used in roasting, grilling, braising, and stir-fries.
Nutritionally, chicken thigh is a source of protein. Per 100 g of raw chicken thigh provides about 188 kcal, 17.1 g of protein, and 13.4 g of fat.
Chicken thigh has more fat than chicken breast but remains a good source of protein. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of raw chicken thigh. A typical 4 oz portion (about 113 g) provides roughly 212 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.