Chicken thigh (roasted) vs Chicken breast (roasted)
| Chicken thigh (roasted) | Chicken breast (roasted) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein · per 100 g | 24.8 g | 31.0 g |
| Carbs · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Fat · per 100 g | 8.2 g | 3.6 g |
| Fiber · per 100 g | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Energy · per 100 g | 179.0 kcal | 165.0 kcal |
| Protein · per 100 kcal | 13.8 g | 18.8 g |
| To hit 30 g protein | 121 g · 217 kcal | 97 g · 160 kcal |
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The one-line verdict: Chicken breast (roasted) delivers 1.4× the protein per calorie of Chicken thigh (roasted) (18.8 g vs 13.8 g per 100 kcal).
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Bold marks the better side of each row. "Per 100 kcal" answers the density question — which food delivers more protein for the energy it costs. Portion row is computed live from the same USDA base values shown on each food page.