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Chicken thigh (cooked, no skin) for Weight Loss

26g protein per 100g · Complete

Strong pick

On a calorie deficit, protein protects muscle and crushes hunger. Target 1.4–1.8g per kg of bodyweight from lean, low-calorie sources.

The numbers

Per 100g
26g
159 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~112g
protein per day
Per 1 thigh
26g
159 kcal per serving
Servings/day to hit target
~795 kcal from this food

Why it works for weight loss

For weight loss, look for high protein-to-calorie ratio — lean meats, fish, egg whites, low-fat dairy. Chicken thigh (cooked, no skin) checks those boxes juicier and cheaper than breast — slightly more fat.

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