Roasted Chicken Thighs

Roasted Chicken Thighs are a simple, savory dish where bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seasoned and cooked in an oven until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender. The typical ingredients include chicken thighs, salt, pepper, and often herbs like rosemary or thyme, with olive oil or butter for basting. This preparation method is a staple in many cuisines worldwide, from American home cooking to Mediterranean and Asian kitchens.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, making it a satisfying, low-carb option. A single roasted chicken thigh (about 100g of meat and skin) provides roughly 200-250 calories, along with key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, especially niacin (B3).

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	26 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	17 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	80 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Iron	1.2 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 medium thigh (130 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Chicken thighs are favored by many cooks for being more flavorful and forgiving to cook than breast meat due to their higher fat content, which keeps them moist. Nutritionally, the dark meat offers more iron and zinc compared to white meat, making it a nutrient-dense choice.