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Roasted Chicken Thigh Calories
High in protein, rich in iron and B vitamins
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Roasted Chicken Thigh (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 27 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 6.6 mg of B3 covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Roasted Chicken Thigh Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
22.5g
· 45% DV
Fat
9.5g
· 12% 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 51% · Fat 49%
Roasted Chicken Thigh Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
5.5mg · 34% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
Biotin
7µg · 23% DV
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
How Nutritious Is Roasted 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.
Roasted Chicken Thigh Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Roasted 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 Roasted 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 Roasted Chicken Thigh Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Roasted 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
Roasted Chicken Thigh Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.1:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roasted Chicken Thigh
How many calories are in roasted chicken thigh?
Roasted chicken thigh provides 180 calories per 100 g. The same amount contains 22.5 g of protein, 9.5 g of fat, and 0 g of carbohydrates.
Is roasted chicken thigh keto-friendly?
Yes. Roasted chicken thigh has 0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, making it suitable for a keto diet. It is also compatible with paleo, Mediterranean, flexitarian, omnivore, and gluten-free diets.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.