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Fried Thigh Chicken

Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories262
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 14,98 g19%
  • Saturated Fat 4,09 g20%
  • Trans Fat —
  • Cholesterol 97 mg32%
  • Sodium 88 mg4%
  • Total Carbohydrate 3,18 g1%
  • Dietary Fiber 0,1 g0%
  • Total Sugars —
  • Protein 26,75 g54%
  • Vitamin D —
  • Calcium 14 mg1%
  • Iron 1,49 mg8%
  • Potassium 237 mg5%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
100g of Chicken, thigh, fried contains 262 kcal calories, 26,75g protein, and 19,9µg selenium per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

255kcal
  • Protein42%(107 kcal)
  • Carbs5%(13 kcal)
  • Fat53%(135 kcal)

Nutrient density

53/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 14 of 26 nutrients

High nutrient density

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Category: Poultry Products

High proteinLow carbKeto-friendlyLow sodiumPaleo-friendlyGluten-free
Potassium : Sodium ratio2.7 : 1
favorable
Omega-3 : Omega-6 ratio36.9 : 1 (ω-6 / ω-3)
poor
  • Fried Thigh Chicken has a potassium-to-sodium ratio of 2.7:1, which is considered favorable for blood-pressure support.
  • Fried Thigh Chicken has an omega-6 to omega-3 ratio of 36.9:1, which is considered poor for inflammatory balance.
  • Fried Thigh Chicken contains more protein per 100 g than a boiled egg — 27 g vs 13 g.

Full nutrient breakdown

per 100g
Macronutrients▾
Macronutrients
NutrientAmount% DV
Calories

Total food energy released when the food is metabolized, expressed in kilocalories per 100 grams.

Also known as: Calories, kcal

262 kcal13%
Protein

Macronutrient made of amino acids; essential for building and repairing tissue, enzymes, and hormones.

26,75 g54%
Carbohydrates

Total carbohydrates, including sugars, starches, and fiber. The body's primary energy source.

Also known as: Carbohydrates

3,18 g1%
Total fat

Sum of all dietary fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans). A concentrated energy source and carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.

Also known as: Total Lipid, Fat

14,98 g19%
Fiber

Indigestible plant carbohydrate that supports digestive health, blood sugar regulation, and satiety.

Also known as: Dietary Fiber

0,1 g0%
Minerals▾
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Sodium

Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve signaling. Most dietary sodium comes from salt; excess intake raises blood pressure.

Also known as: Salt (as Na)

88 mg4%
Potassium

Electrolyte that supports nerve function, muscle contraction, and healthy blood pressure.

237 mg5%
Calcium

Mineral essential for bone and teeth structure, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.

14 mg1%
Magnesium

Mineral involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions, including energy production and muscle function.

25 mg6%
Phosphorus

Mineral that works with calcium to form bones and is a component of DNA and ATP.

187 mg15%
Iron

Mineral required for oxygen transport in hemoglobin and for energy metabolism.

1,49 mg8%
Zinc

Trace mineral essential for immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis.

2,52 mg23%
Copper

Trace mineral involved in iron metabolism, connective tissue formation, and antioxidant defense.

0,09 mg10%
Manganese

Trace mineral that acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in bone formation and antioxidant defense.

0,04 mg2%
Selenium

Trace mineral that supports thyroid function and antioxidant systems via selenoproteins.

19,9 µg36%
Fat detail▾
Fat detail
NutrientAmount% DV
Saturated fat

Fat type typically solid at room temperature. High intake is associated with elevated LDL cholesterol.

Also known as: Saturated Fatty Acids, SFA

4,09 g20%
Monounsaturated fat

Fat with one double bond in its fatty-acid chain. Common in olive oil and avocados; linked to heart-health benefits.

Also known as: Monounsaturated Fatty Acids, MUFA

5,87 g—
Polyunsaturated fat

Fat with multiple double bonds, including essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

Also known as: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, PUFA

3,41 g—
Cholesterol

Waxy sterol found in animal foods. The body also makes its own; dietary cholesterol has a limited effect on blood levels for most people.

97 mg32%
EPA (Omega-3)

Eicosapentaenoic acid, a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish; supports cardiovascular and inflammatory balance.

Also known as: Eicosapentaenoic Acid

0,01 g—
DHA (Omega-3)

Docosahexaenoic acid, a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid concentrated in fish; important for brain and eye health.

Also known as: Docosahexaenoic Acid

0,05 g—
DPA (Omega-3)

Docosapentaenoic acid, an intermediate omega-3 fatty acid found alongside EPA and DHA in marine foods.

Also known as: Docosapentaenoic Acid

0,03 g—
Vitamins▾
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Vitamin A

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and cell growth. Measured as Retinol Activity Equivalents.

Also known as: Retinol Activity Equivalents, RAE

29 µg3%
Retinol

Preformed vitamin A found in animal foods; the active form used directly by the body.

29 µg—
Vitamin C

Water-soluble antioxidant vitamin required for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption.

Also known as: Ascorbic Acid

0 mg0%
Thiamin (B1)

B-vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous-system function.

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0,09 mg8%
Riboflavin (B2)

B-vitamin involved in energy production and cellular function via the coenzymes FAD and FMN.

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0,24 mg19%
Niacin (B3)

B-vitamin that contributes to DNA repair and energy metabolism through its coenzymes NAD and NADP.

Also known as: Vitamin B3, Nicotinic Acid

6,95 mg43%
Pantothenic acid (B5)

B-vitamin required for the synthesis of coenzyme A and fatty-acid metabolism.

Also known as: Vitamin B5

1,19 mg24%
Vitamin B6

B-vitamin involved in amino-acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

Also known as: Pyridoxine

0,33 mg19%
Folate (B9)

B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division; particularly important in early pregnancy.

Also known as: Vitamin B9, Folic Acid, Folacin

12 µg3%
Vitamin B12

B-vitamin required for red blood cell formation and nervous-system health. Found almost exclusively in animal foods.

Also known as: Cobalamin

0,3 µg13%
Amino acids▾
Amino acids
NutrientAmount% DV
Lysine2,17 g—
Leucine1,96 g—
Isoleucine1,35 g—
Valine1,3 g—
Threonine1,11 g—
Methionine0,71 g—
Phenylalanine1,05 g—
Tryptophan0,3 g—
Histidine0,79 g—
Arginine1,66 g—
Other▾
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

Water content of the food. Foods high in water tend to be lower in energy density and support hydration.

54,14 g—

Compare 118 USDA variants

Variants of Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat only, cooked, braised cataloged in USDA FoodData Central, with calories and macros per 100 g.
VariantFDC IDCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin and giblets and neck, raw17104721318,30,114,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin and giblets and neck, cooked, fried, batter17104829122,8917,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin and giblets and neck, cooked, fried, flour17104927228,63,315,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin and giblets and neck, roasted17105023426,80,113,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17105121924,7012,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat only, raw17105211921,403,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat only, cooked, fried17105321930,61,79,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat only, cooked, roasted17105419028,907,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, skin only, cooked, roasted17105545420,4040,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, skin only, cooked, stewed17105636315,2033
Chicken, broilers or fryers, giblets, raw17105712417,91,84,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, giblets, cooked, fried17105827732,54,413,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat and skin, raw17106218620,3011,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17106329821,99,418,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour17106428527,24,116,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17106525326015,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17106623323,5014,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, raw17106712520,104,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, fried171068239292,611,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, roasted17106920527,409,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat only, cooked, stewed1710701922609
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17107130026021
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17107225822,2018,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat only, raw17107313719,605,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat only, cooked, fried171074288305,715,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17107519729,807,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17107618427,407,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat only, cooked, fried17107818733,40,54,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, thigh, meat only, cooked17112019624,1011,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, wing, meat only, cooked17112119727,709,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, back, meat and skin, cooked17112226023,2018,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, breast, meat and skin, cooked17112318427,508,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin and giblets and neck, stewed17144621624,50,112,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, raw17144721518,6015,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17144828922,59,417,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour17144926928,63,214,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17145023927,3013,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat only, cooked, stewed17145117727,306,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, skin only, raw17145234913,3032,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, skin only, cooked, fried, batter17145339410,323,228,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, skin only, cooked, fried, flour17145450219,19,342,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, giblets, cooked, simmered17145515727,204,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17145927723,69,515,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour17146024630,51,812,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17146122229010,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17146220126,1010
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, meat and skin, raw17146323716,7018,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat only, raw17146411423,201,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat only, cooked, fried17146519232,80,45,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat only, cooked, roasted17146617330,904,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, light meat, meat only, cooked, stewed17146715928,904
Chicken, broilers or fryers, separable fat, raw1714686293,7068
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat and skin, raw17146931914,1028,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter1714703312210,321,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour17147133127,86,520,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat only, cooked, roasted17147223928,2013,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, back, meat only, cooked, stewed17147320925,3011,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat and skin, raw17147417220,909,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17147526024,8913,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour17147622231,81,68,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat only, cooked, roasted1714771653103,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat only, cooked, stewed1714781512903
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, skinless, boneless, meat only, with added solution, raw17150910820,303
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, back, meat only, cooked17151720525,3011,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, breast, meat only, cooked1715181372802,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, rotisserie, original seasoning, meat only, cooked17151917628,706,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, skin only, cooked17152040617,70,137,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, drumstick, meat and skin, cooked17152121526,9012
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, thigh, meat and skin, cooked17152223322,9015,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, wing, meat and skin, cooked17152326624,3018,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat and skin, raw17237316118,10,19,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter172374268228,315,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat only, cooked, fried17237519528,608,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, cooked, roasted17237615524,205,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat only, cooked, stewed17237716927,505,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat and skin, raw17237821416,40,216
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, fried17237920828,40,79,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, roasted17238017424,207,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, stewed17238118526,308,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, neck, meat and skin, raw17238229714,1026,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, neck, meat only, cooked, fried17238322926,91,811,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, neck, meat only, cooked, simmered17238417924,608,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, raw17238522116,50,316,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17238627721,69,116,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, fried17238721828,21,210,3
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, roasted17238817924,808,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, stewed1723891952509,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat and skin, raw17239019117,5012,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat only, cooked, fried17239121130,209,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat only, cooked, roasted17239220330,508,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat only, cooked, stewed17239318127,207,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, cooked, braised17285214923,906
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, thigh, meat only, cooked, braised17285317624,608,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour173611245271,613,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17361219123,4010,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17361320425,3010,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat only, raw17361411619,403,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17361527321,88,716,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour17361625426,82,514,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat and skin, cooked, roasted1736171842409
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17361822024,2012,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, raw17361912019,204,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, neck, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17362033019,88,723,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, neck, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour173621332244,223,6
Chicken, broilers or fryers, neck, meat and skin, cooked simmered17362224719,6018,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, neck, meat only, raw17362315417,608,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flourcurrent17362426226,83,215
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17362523223,3014,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17362623223,3014,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, thigh, meat only, raw17362712119,704,1
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat and skin, cooked, fried, batter17362832419,910,921,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat and skin, cooked, fried, flour17362932126,12,422,2
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat and skin, cooked, roasted17363025423,8016,9
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat and skin, cooked, stewed17363124922,8016,8
Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat only, raw1736321262203,5
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, drumstick, meat and skin, cooked, braised17449718722,7010,7
Chicken, broilers or fryers, dark meat, thigh, meat and skin, cooked, braised17449822922,6015,4
Chicken, broilers or fryers, drumstick, meat only, cooked, braised33189715623,906

Fatty acid profile

Breakdown of fats per 100 grams

13,4 g
  • Saturated31%(4,09 g)
  • Monounsaturated44%(5,87 g)
  • Polyunsaturated26%(3,41 g)

Household serving sizes

g
unit (yield from 1 lb ready-to-cook chicken)
38 g
thigh, bone removed
62 g

Frequently asked questions about Fried Thigh Chicken

How many calories in Fried Thigh Chicken?

Fried Thigh Chicken contains 262 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much cholesterol is in Fried Thigh Chicken?

Fried Thigh Chicken contains 97 mg cholesterol and 88 mg sodium per 100 grams, per USDA FoodData Central.

What are the macros in Fried Thigh Chicken?

Per 100 grams, Fried Thigh Chicken contains 26.75 g protein, 3.18 g carbohydrates, and 14.98 g total fat.

Is Fried Thigh Chicken good for keto or low-carb?

Yes — Fried Thigh Chicken has 3.1 g net carbs per 100 g, fitting a low-carb plan.

Where does Fried Thigh Chicken nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Fried Thigh Chicken is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 173624). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173624/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • High proteinAt least 20% of calories come from protein, making this food a useful building block for muscle-focused meal plans.
  • Low carbUnder 10 g of net carbs per 100 g — compatible with low-carb and moderate-carb eating patterns.
  • Keto-friendlyLow enough in net carbs and high enough in fat to fit a standard ketogenic macro split without adjustment.
  • Low sodiumUnder 140 mg of sodium per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low sodium" labeling on packaged foods.
  • Paleo-friendlyFalls within whole-food paleo guidelines: no grains, legumes, dairy, or refined additives in the USDA category.
  • Gluten-freeFree of gluten-containing grains (wheat, rye, barley, malt) by USDA categorization. Verify packaging for heavily processed items.

Foods that pair well with Fried Thigh Chicken

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3 meal ideas using Fried Thigh Chicken

Starter templates matched to Fried Thigh Chicken's nutrient profile. Open the meal-plan generator to turn any of these into a full recipe with shopping list.

  • Breakfast

    Protein-forward breakfast with Fried Thigh Chicken

    Fried Thigh Chicken pairs with eggs and whole-grain toast for a breakfast around 30 g of protein — a useful post-workout option or a filling start to the day.

  • Lunch

    Low-carb lunch built around fried Thigh Chicken

    A big leafy salad with fried Thigh Chicken, olive oil, seeds, and a hard-boiled egg keeps total carbs under 15 g while delivering satiating fats and protein.

  • Dinner

    Low-sodium dinner with fried Thigh Chicken

    Roast fried Thigh Chicken with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs — no added salt — and pair with a simple grain for a dinner under 600 mg of sodium.

Where does this data come from?

Nutrient values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database — the U.S. Department of Agriculture's authoritative reference for food composition. Values are averaged across multiple samples to give you a representative reading per 100 grams of edible portion.

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 173624), accessed 2019-04-01.

Published: 2019-04-01

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