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Chicken thigh meat
Calories & nutrition facts
broiler, meat, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 121 kcal —
- Protein 20 g 39%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 4.1 g 5%
- Saturated fat 1.1 g 5%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 95 mg 4%
- Cholesterol 94 mg 31%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 7 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.18 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 2.9 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.09 mg 7%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 15%
- Niacin (B3) 5.6 mg 35%
- Vitamin B6 0.45 mg 27%
- Folate (B9) 4 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0.61 µg 25%
- Choline 53.6 mg 10%
Minerals
- Calcium 7 mg 1%
- Iron 0.81 mg 5%
- Magnesium 23 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 185 mg 15%
- Potassium 242 mg 5%
- Zinc 1.6 mg 14%
- Copper 0.06 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 1%
- Selenium 22.9 µg 42%
Similar foods
- Chicken leg meatbroilers or fryers, raw120 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken thigh with skinbroiler, meat and skin, raw221 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey thigh meatbroiler, raw119 kcal / 100 g
- Dark meat chickenbroiler, raw125 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey thigh meat and skinbroiler, raw143 kcal / 100 g
- Hen legraw131 kcal / 100 g
- Rotisserie chicken thighbroilers or fryers, rotisserie, original seasoning, thigh, meat only, cooked196 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Chicken thigh meat
How do you cook boneless chicken thigh meat in the oven?
Arrange the pieces in a single layer and roast at 200°C for about 25–30 minutes, turning once if they are thick. Check that the centre reaches 75°C; larger pieces may need longer.
How long does chicken thigh meat take to cook in a frying pan?
Cut it into even-sized pieces and fry in a little oil over a medium heat for about 10–12 minutes, turning regularly. The centre should reach 75°C, with no raw-looking meat inside.
What dishes can you make with chicken thigh meat?
It works well in chicken curry, tagine, stew and fajitas, as it stays succulent during longer cooking. For a quick meal, cook pieces with garlic, lemon and herbs, then serve with rice or roasted vegetables.
How should you store raw chicken thigh meat?
Keep it covered on the bottom shelf of the fridge and use it within one to two days. Freeze it if you will not cook it in time, and thaw it in the fridge rather than on the worktop.
How long does cooked chicken thigh meat keep?
Cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate them in a covered container and eat within three to four days. Reheat until steaming hot throughout, and only reheat them once.
Can you use chicken breast instead of chicken thigh meat?
Yes, but breast is leaner and can dry out sooner, especially in stews or curries. Cut it into similar-sized pieces and check it as it cooks; either cut should reach 75°C in the centre.
Is chicken thigh meat fattier than chicken leg meat?
They are very similar: chicken thigh meat has 4.1 g fat per 100 g, compared with 4.22 g in chicken leg meat. The thigh is the upper part of the leg, while “chicken leg meat” can refer to meat from the whole leg.
What nutrients stand out in chicken thigh meat?
It is high in selenium and is a source of niacin, phosphorus and riboflavin. A 100 g portion provides 20 g of protein.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 853 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
