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Baked Chicken Thigh Calories
Protein source, oven-baked, moderate fat
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Baked Chicken Thigh (90 g) has 162 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 19.8 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 16.2 µg of Selenium covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Baked Chicken Thigh Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
22g
· 44% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 49% · Fat 51%
Baked Chicken Thigh Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
5mg · 31% DV
B6
0.5mg · 29% DV
B5
1mg · 20% DV
B12
0.4µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
230mg · 7% DV
How Nutritious Is Baked Chicken Thigh?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Baked Chicken Thigh Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Baked Chicken Thigh
To burn the 180 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Baked Chicken Thigh Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Baked Chicken Thigh Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Baked Chicken Thigh Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Baked Chicken Thigh Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
4g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Baked Chicken Thigh
How many calories and how much protein are in baked chicken thigh?
Per 100g, baked chicken thigh provides 180 calories and 22g of protein. It also contains 10g of fat and 0g of carbohydrates.
Is baked chicken thigh keto-friendly and gluten-free?
Yes. With 0g carbs per 100g, it fits a keto diet, and the provided data also lists it as gluten-free and suitable for Paleo, Mediterranean, omnivore, and flexitarian eating patterns.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.