Calorie comparison
Chicken Thigh vs Halibut
Per 100 grams, halibut is the lighter choice by 98 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 | Halibut |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 | 111 |
| Protein | 26 g | 23 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 2 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
🐟 Halibut
3 oz cooked (85 g)
94 cal
19.6 g protein · 0 g carbs · 1.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken thigh or halibut?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh has 209 calories and halibut has 111. Halibut is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken thigh or halibut?
Chicken Thigh has 26 g of protein per 100 g; halibut has 23 g. Chicken Thigh wins on protein.
Is chicken thigh or halibut 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 halibut — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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