Calorie comparison
Chicken Thigh vs Crab
Per 100 grams, crab is the lighter choice by 112 calories, while chicken thigh 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 | Chicken Thigh | Crab |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 | 97 |
| Protein | 26 g | 19 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 1.5 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
🍗 Chicken Thigh
3 oz cooked (85 g)
178 cal
22.1 g protein · 0 g carbs · 9.4 g fat
🦀 Crab
3 oz cooked (85 g)
82 cal
16.2 g protein · 0 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken thigh or crab?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh has 209 calories and crab has 97. Crab is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken thigh or crab?
Chicken Thigh has 26 g of protein per 100 g; crab has 19 g. Chicken Thigh wins on protein.
Is chicken thigh or crab 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 crab — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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