Calorie comparison
Chicken Thigh vs Pepperoni
Per 100 grams, chicken thigh is the lighter choice by 295 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 | Pepperoni |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 | 504 |
| Protein | 26 g | 19 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 1 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 46 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
🍕 Pepperoni
1 oz (28 g)
141 cal
5.3 g protein · 0.3 g carbs · 12.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken thigh or pepperoni?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh has 209 calories and pepperoni has 504. Chicken Thigh is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken thigh or pepperoni?
Chicken Thigh has 26 g of protein per 100 g; pepperoni has 19 g. Chicken Thigh wins on protein.
Is chicken thigh or pepperoni 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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