Calorie comparison
Chicken Thigh vs Duck Breast
Per 100 grams, chicken thigh is the lighter choice by 128 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 | Duck Breast |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 | 337 |
| Protein | 26 g | 19 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 28 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
🦆 Duck Breast
3 oz cooked (85 g)
286 cal
16.2 g protein · 0 g carbs · 23.8 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken thigh or duck breast?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh has 209 calories and duck breast has 337. Chicken Thigh is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken thigh or duck breast?
Chicken Thigh has 26 g of protein per 100 g; duck breast has 19 g. Chicken Thigh wins on protein.
Is chicken thigh or duck breast 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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