Chicken thigh
No glycemic index8/10
No glycemic index — no carbohydrates
0 g carbohydrates per 100 g
Logi score 8/10
- Excellent source of high-quality protein
- Higher saturated fat content
Chicken thigh has no glycemic index: it contains no carbohydrates.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #2727567 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Chicken thigh
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Chicken thigh is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 thigh, cooked, boneless, skinless | 85 g |
| 1 medium thigh, cooked, bone-in | 115 g |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
209
Calories
0 g
Carbs
17.5 g
Protein
15.5 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 209 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 17.5 g |
| Fat | 15.5 g |
| Saturated | 4.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 9.2 g |
| Sodium | 90 mg |
Processing Level
10%
Minimal
Why this score?
- Excellent source of high-quality protein
- Zero glycemic impact/carbohydrates
- Higher saturated fat content
- Higher calorie density compared to leaner cuts
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Chicken thigh
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Chicken thigh?
Chicken thigh has no glycemic index because it contains no carbohydrates (0 g per 100 g).
Is Chicken thigh good for people with insulin resistance?
Chicken thigh contains no carbohydrates, so on its own it does not raise blood sugar.
Check Chicken thigh in the Logi app, with your portion.
