Chicken Thigh (Skinless, Boneless) Nutrition Facts
Dark meat with more flavor and fat than breast. Juicier, more forgiving to cook, and rich in iron and zinc.
Nutrition Facts per 100g (Raw)
119
Calories
19.7g
Protein
3.9g
Total Fat
0g
Carbs
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 119 kcal |
| Protein | 19.7g |
| Total Fat | 3.9g |
| Saturated Fat | 1g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.5g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9g |
| Cholesterol | 75mg |
| Sodium | 70mg |
| Potassium | 200mg |
| Iron | 1.1mg |
| Calcium | 9mg |
| Zinc | 1.8mg |
| Selenium | 17mcg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 5.2mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.32mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.48mcg |
| Phosphorus | 150mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 171114)
Cooking Methods & Nutrition Impact
Raw
Uncooked chicken - use these values when weighing BEFORE cooking
N/A at Keep below 40°F
119 cal
19.7g protein
- •Use raw values when meal prepping with uncooked weight
- •Thighs lose ~25% weight when cooked
- •Always cook to 165°F internal temperature
Grilled
Fat content makes thighs perfect for grilling without drying out
6-7 minutes per side at 165°F internal
208 cal
26g protein
- •More forgiving than breast - harder to overcook
- •Natural fat keeps meat moist
- •Great for marinades due to higher fat content
Baked
Slow baking creates tender, fall-apart texture
25-30 minutes at 400°F oven
208 cal
26g protein
- •Arrange in single layer for even cooking
- •Baste with pan juices for extra flavor
- •Perfect for batch cooking
Slow Cooked
Low and slow cooking makes thighs incredibly tender
4-6 hours on low at Low setting
196 cal
25.2g protein
- •Trim excess fat before cooking
- •Ideal for soups, stews, and curries
- •Meat will shred easily when done
Health Benefits
- ✓2x more iron than chicken breast
- ✓2.5x more zinc than chicken breast
- ✓Higher in vitamin B12
- ✓Contains vitamin K
- ✓More flavorful due to intramuscular fat
- ✓Contains myoglobin (gives dark color)
Best For
Flavor LoversGrillingSlow CookingBudget-FriendlyKeto DietBatch Cooking
Cooking Tips
- •Trim visible fat for leaner option
- •Very forgiving - hard to overcook
- •Superior for braising and stewing
- •Great for meal prep - reheats well
Storage: Raw: 1-2 days refrigerated, 9 months frozen. Cooked: 3-4 days refrigerated.
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