Calorie comparison
Chicken Thigh vs Tilapia
Per 100 grams, tilapia is the lighter choice by 80 calories. 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 | Tilapia |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 | 129 |
| Protein | 26 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 2.7 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
🐟 Tilapia
3 oz cooked (85 g)
110 cal
22.1 g protein · 0 g carbs · 2.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken thigh or tilapia?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh has 209 calories and tilapia has 129. Tilapia is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken thigh or tilapia?
Chicken Thigh has 26 g of protein per 100 g; tilapia has 26 g. They're tied on protein.
Is chicken thigh or tilapia 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 tilapia — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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