Calorie comparison
Chicken Thigh vs Salmon
Per 100 grams, salmon is the lighter choice by 3 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 | Salmon |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 | 206 |
| Protein | 26 g | 22 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 13 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
🐟 Salmon
3 oz cooked (85 g)
175 cal
18.7 g protein · 0 g carbs · 11 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken thigh or salmon?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh has 209 calories and salmon has 206. Salmon is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken thigh or salmon?
Chicken Thigh has 26 g of protein per 100 g; salmon has 22 g. Chicken Thigh wins on protein.
Is chicken thigh or salmon 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 salmon — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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