Carbs in Fried Chicken Thigh

Keto-friendly

How many carbs are in fried chicken thigh?

Fried Chicken Thigh has 5.8g net carbs per 100g — 6g total carbs minus 0.2g fiber — plus 19g protein, 18.6g fat, and 273 calories. That makes fried chicken thigh relatively low in net carbs and lower than the typical protein food, which averages about 9.2g net carbs per 100g. With this carb count, fried chicken thigh fits a keto or low-carb diet (usually 20–50g net carbs per day) in normal portions. Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Fried Chicken Thigh
5.8g
Net carbs
6g
Total carbs
0.2g
Fiber
19g
Protein
18.6g
Fat
273
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is fried chicken thigh keto-friendly?

Yes, in moderation

Yes, fried chicken thigh can fit a keto diet in moderate portions. It has 5.8g net carbs per 100g (6g total carbs − 0.2g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
100 g (3.5 oz)5.8g6g273
1 oz (28 g)1.6g1.7g76

How many calories are in fried chicken thigh?

Fried Chicken Thigh has 273 calories per 100g. That's alongside 19g protein, 18.6g fat, and 5.8g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories273
Total carbs6g
Net carbs5.8g
Fiber0.2g
Sugar0.1g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein19g
Fat18.6g
Sodium346mg
Potassium209mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central (Survey (FNDDS)). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in fried chicken thigh?
Fried Chicken Thigh has 6g of total carbs and 5.8g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in fried chicken thigh?
Fried Chicken Thigh has 5.8g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 6g minus 0.2g fiber).
Is fried chicken thigh keto-friendly?
Yes, fried chicken thigh can fit a keto diet in moderate portions. It has 5.8g net carbs per 100g (6g total carbs − 0.2g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.
How many calories are in fried chicken thigh?
Fried Chicken Thigh has 273 calories per 100 grams.

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