Calorie comparison
Chicken Thigh vs Tuna
Per 100 grams, tuna is the lighter choice by 93 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 | Tuna |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 | 116 |
| Protein | 26 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 1 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
🐟 Tuna
3 oz canned in water (85 g)
99 cal
22.1 g protein · 0 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken thigh or tuna?
Per 100 g, chicken thigh has 209 calories and tuna has 116. Tuna is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken thigh or tuna?
Chicken Thigh has 26 g of protein per 100 g; tuna has 26 g. They're tied on protein.
Is chicken thigh or tuna 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 tuna — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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