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Fried chicken thigh calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of fried chicken thigh contains 178 calories, with 23.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of carbohydrate and 9.4 g of fat. Most of its calories come from protein.
Where the calories come from
Protein 52% Carbs 0% Fat 48%
How fried chicken thigh compares
Per 100 g, against the closest prepared foods in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fried chicken thigh | 178 kcal | 23.2 g | 0.2 g | 9.4 g |
| Kfc fried chicken original thigh, meat | 175 kcal | 22.8 g | 0 g | 9.3 g |
| Kfc extra crispy fried chicken thigh | 179 kcal | 22.4 g | 0 g | 10 g |
| Popeyes fried chicken thigh, meat only | 188 kcal | 24.3 g | 0.9 g | 9.7 g |
| Kfc original recipe fried chicken drumstick | 175 kcal | 26.3 g | 0.1 g | 7.7 g |
Same food, different preparation
| Preparation | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken thigh (typical) | 179 kcal | 24.8 g | 8.2 g |
| Fried chicken thigh (fried) | 178 kcal | 23.2 g | 9.4 g |
Per 100 g. Water loss in cooking concentrates calories; added fat in frying adds its own.
Nutrition facts for fried chicken thigh
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 178 kcal |
| Protein | 23.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 9.4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.5 g |
| Salt | 1.4 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in fried chicken thigh
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 30.2 µg | 55% |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.7 mg | 36% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.34 mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 µg | 21% |
| Choline | 117 mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 1.9 mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 206 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | 12% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common fried chicken thigh servings
How many calories in a portion of fried chicken thigh — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 thigh without skin (84 g) | 150 kcal | 19 g | 0 g | 8 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 178 kcal | 23 g | 0 g | 9 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in fried chicken thigh?
Fried chicken thigh has 178 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in fried chicken thigh?
Fried chicken thigh contains 23.2 g of protein per 100 g.
Is fried chicken thigh low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Fried chicken thigh has 0.2 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
Is fried chicken thigh a good source of protein?
Fried chicken thigh provides 23.2 g of protein per 100 g — about 52% of its calories come from protein.
Are these fried chicken thigh calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #170358 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
