Chicken Thigh Nutrition Facts
A 100 g serving of chicken thigh contains 121 kcal, 19g protein (lime), 4.2g fat (pink) and 0g carbohydrate (blue). It has no fiber and almost no sugar. Its standout micronutrients are vitamin B12 (0.6 µg), zinc (1.6 mg).
Core Nutrients per 100 g
PER 100 G SERVINGThe six values MacroDrop shows on every meal card: energy, the three macros, fiber and sugars.
Extended Nutrients
PER 100 G SERVINGGrouped as in the app: lipids, minerals, vitamins and other compounds sit one level below the core six. Daily values follow the FDA 2,000 kcal reference.
Understanding Chicken Thigh Nutrition
Chicken Thigh is a high-protein food valued for its amino acid content and micronutrient density. At 121 kcal per 100 g serving, it provides 19g of protein, 0g of carbohydrate and 4.2g of fat. Chicken Thigh is particularly rich in vitamin B12, delivering 0.6µg — 26% of the daily value — in a single serving. It has no fiber and almost no sugar.
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, chicken thigh is an efficient source of protein, delivering 16.2g of protein per 100 kcal. It pairs well with slower-digesting carbohydrate sources across a meal, and its 19g protein per 121 kcal gives a favorable protein-to-calorie ratio for cutting or maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in a 100 g serving of chicken thigh?
A 100 g serving of chicken thigh has 121 kcal, 19g protein, 4.2g fat and 0g carbohydrate.
How much protein is in chicken thigh?
19g per 100 g serving. This is a complete or near-complete protein source that contributes meaningfully to daily amino acid needs.
Is chicken thigh high in sodium or saturated fat?
Chicken Thigh is relatively low in both sodium and saturated fat per 100 g serving.
Which nutrients is chicken thigh richest in?
Chicken Thigh is richest in vitamin B12 (0.6 µg), zinc (1.6 mg).
Is chicken thigh good for tracking macros?
For athletes and anyone tracking macros, chicken thigh is an efficient source of protein, delivering 16.2g of protein per 100 kcal.
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Values come from the USDA FoodData Central entry Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, thigh, meat only, raw (FDC ID 173627), per 100 g. Daily values follow the FDA 2,000 kcal reference. Last reviewed August 2026.