Calorie comparison
Bacon vs Chicken Thigh
Per 100 grams, chicken thigh is the lighter choice by 332 calories, while bacon delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Bacon | Chicken Thigh |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 541 | 209 |
| Protein | 37 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 42 g | 11 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥓 Bacon
2 slices (16 g)
87 cal
5.9 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 6.7 g fat
🍗 Chicken Thigh
3 oz cooked (85 g)
178 cal
22.1 g protein · 0 g carbs · 9.4 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bacon or chicken thigh?
Per 100 g, bacon has 541 calories and chicken thigh has 209. Chicken Thigh is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bacon or chicken thigh?
Bacon has 37 g of protein per 100 g; chicken thigh has 26 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is bacon or chicken thigh better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward chicken thigh — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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