Chicken thighs.
Chicken Thighs — Nutrition & Culinary Profile
meatChicken thighs are a dark meat cut prized for their rich, savory flavor and exceptional juiciness. Their higher fat content compared to breasts makes them incredibly forgiving to cook, perfect for braising, roasting, or grilling without drying out.
✓ Gluten-free✓ Keto✓ Low-carb✓ Mediterranean✓ Paleo
Processing States
Minerals per 100g
Calcium11 mg
Iron1 mg
Magnesium23 mg
Phosphorus174 mg
Potassium238 mg
Sodium83 mg
Zinc1.9 mg
Vitamins per 100g
Vitamin A0 µg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 µg
Vitamin E0.2 mg
Vitamin K1.3 µg
Vitamin B10.1 mg
Vitamin B20.2 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)5.5 mg
Vitamin B60.4 mg
Vitamin B9 (Folate)5 µg
Vitamin B120.4 µg
Culinary Profile
Sweetness
1
Acidity
1
Bitterness
1
Umami
7
Aroma
6
TextureTender, juicy, and slightly fibrous
Food Properties
Glycemic Index0
Glycemic Load0
pH6.2
Water Activity1
Kitchen Measures
1 Cup
248.4 g1 cup to grams
1 Tablespoon
15.5 gtablespoon to grams
1 Teaspoon
5.2 gteaspoon to grams
Density1.1 g/ml
Used in Cooking
Season
all year
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