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A Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only contains 156 calories per 1 thigh thigh without skin (83g), with 20.2g protein, 0.7g carbs and 8.1g fat. Track it precisely with a digital kitchen scale.
Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per serving (83g) | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | 188 kcal |
| Protein | 20.2g | 24.3g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.7g | 0.8g |
| of which Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 8.1g | 9.7g |
| of which Saturates | 2.4g | 2.9g |
| Fibre | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Sodium | 499mg | 601.0mg |
| Potassium | 244mg | 294.0mg |
| Calcium | 28mg | 34.0mg |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.0mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.0mg | 0.0mg |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 13.0µg |
| Selenium | 28µg | 34.2µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3mg | 0.4mg |
% of Daily Value (per 100g)
Based on a standard 2,000-calorie reference diet — the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK.
- High in protein (49% DV) — an excellent source
- A good source of fat (12% DV)
- High in selenium (62% DV) — an excellent source
- High in riboflavin (B2) (31% DV) — an excellent source
- High in sodium (26% DV) — worth weighing against your daily intake if you're watching this specifically
- Calories: 9% DV
- Protein: 49% DV
- Carbohydrates: 0% DV
- Fibre: 0% DV
- Fat: 12% DV
- Saturated fat: 14% DV
- Sodium: 26% DV
- Potassium: 6% DV
- Calcium: 3% DV
- Iron: 6% DV
- Vitamin C: 0% DV
- Vitamin A: 1% DV
- Selenium: 62% DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 31% DV
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Good to know
Customisations (extra cheese, sauce, no bun) change the numbers meaningfully — the figures here are for the standard menu item as sold.
Does popeyes fried chicken, mild, thigh, meat only fit your diet?
High-protein diets
At 24.3g of protein per 100g, popeyes fried chicken, mild, thigh, meat only clears the 15g/100g threshold generally used to call a food high-protein — a useful contributor if you're tracking protein intake for muscle maintenance, satiety, or a higher-protein eating pattern.
Low-carb / keto
Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only contains 0.8g of carbohydrate per 100g, low enough to fit comfortably within most low-carb or ketogenic daily carb allowances — check the fat and protein split above against your specific macro targets.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in a Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only?
A Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only contains 156 calories per 1 thigh thigh without skin.
Is a Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only unhealthy?
A Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only has 156 calories and 8.1g of fat per serving — fine occasionally, best in moderation.
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| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popeyes Fried Chicken, Mild, Thigh, Meat Only (this page) | 188 kcal | 24.3g | 0.8g | 9.7g |
| McDonald's Hot Caramel Sundae | 188 kcal | 3.6g | 33.4g | 4.9g |
| Taco Bell Soft Taco with Chicken, Cheese and Lettuce | 189 kcal | 13.3g | 19.7g | 6.3g |
| McDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce | 190 kcal | 2.6g | 29.1g | 7.3g |
| McDonald's Hot Fudge Sundae | 186 kcal | 4.1g | 30.1g | 5.9g |
| Subway Steak & Cheese Sub On White Bread with American Cheese, Lettuce and Tomato | 183 kcal | 12.3g | 21.5g | 5.3g |
| Taco Bell Burrito Supreme with Beef | 183 kcal | 7.0g | 23.4g | 6.8g |
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Figures from the USDA FoodData Central Branded Foods dataset (CC0 1.0).