How many calories in chicken thigh?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh provides about 177 kcal. But what matters is your real portion — and its size varies. Here are the reference values, common portions, and an honest range.
1 thigh (≈ 120 g) ≈ 212 kcal, i.e. a range of 190–235 kcal depending on size. A single to-the-gram number would be misleading.
Nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 177 kcal |
| Protein | 24 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
Calories per portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 thigh | 120 g | 212 kcal |
Indicative reference values (e.g. ANSES Ciqual / USDA FoodData Central); real products vary.
Estimate chicken thigh from a photo, without weighing
With Volumeal, photograph your plate: chicken thigh is identified and its portion estimated, with a confidence range rather than a fake exact number. You can correct the portion in one tap to tighten the estimate.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories in 1 thigh?
About 212 kcal (1 thigh, ≈ 120 g), with a range of 190 to 235 kcal depending on real size.
What is the value per 100 g of chicken thigh?
About 177 kcal per 100 g, with 24 g protein, 0 g carbs and 9 g fat (reference values).
Do I need to weigh this food?
No: photograph your meal with Volumeal and the portion is estimated for you, with a confidence range.