How many calories are in a standard 1 medium thigh bone removed (90g) of chicken thigh?

A standard 1 medium thigh bone removed (90g) (90g) of chicken thigh contains 188 calories, with 23.4g protein, 0g carbs, and 9.8g fat according to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 172388).

Is chicken thigh good for a weight loss calorie deficit?

Juicy dark meat chicken thigh, providing richer flavor, iron, and zinc with higher monounsaturated fat content. Its macronutrient ratio and micronutrient profile make it a verified whole food choice for structured energy balance.

meat proteinUSDA FDC ID: 172388(Gallus gallus domesticus)

Chicken Thigh Calories & Nutrition Facts

Q: What is the calorie density of chicken thigh per 100g?

Per 100 grams, chicken thigh provides 209 kcal, 26g protein, 0g carbohydrates, and 0g dietary fiber.

Quick Answer: A standard 1 medium thigh bone removed (90g) of chicken thigh contains 188 calories. Per 100 grams, chicken thigh provides 209 kcal, 26g protein, 0g carbohydrates, and 10.9g fat based on verified USDA FoodData Central records.

Juicy dark meat chicken thigh, providing richer flavor, iron, and zinc with higher monounsaturated fat content. Use the interactive portion selector below to calculate exact calories and macronutrients for small, medium, large, or custom gram portions.

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Calculate Nutrition by Serving Size

grams

Calories

209kcal

per 100 grams cooked (100g)

Protein

26g

50% of energy

Carbohydrates

0% of energy

Total Fat

10.9g

47% of energy

Serving: 100 grams cooked (100 grams)

Comprehensive Nutrition Facts (Per 100g)

Standard laboratory basis: 100 grams edible portion

100 g standard

Calories209 kcal

Total Fat10.9 g

Saturated Fat3 g

Cholesterol93 mg

Sodium84 mg

Total Carbohydrate0 g

Dietary Fiber0 g

Total Sugars0 g

Protein26 g

Preparation & Cooking Variations

How different cooking methods affect caloric density and moisture content per 100g

Preparation Method	Calories / 100g	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Nutritional Impact
Roasted skinless	209 kcal	26g	0g	10.9g	Juicy dark meat staple
Roasted with skin	232 kcal	24g	0g	14.8g	Crispy skin increases dietary fat

Nutritional Comparison with Similar Foods

Direct evidence-based comparisons derived from verified database records

Chicken Thigh vs Chicken Breast

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Chicken thigh is more forgiving to cook and contains more myoglobin and iron, but adds 44 kcal per 100g.

Verified Nutrition Data•Source: USDA FoodData Central(ID: 172388)

Verified: 2026-09-01|Provenance Policy|FDC Record ↗

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