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Chicken Thigh

Gallus gallus domesticus thigh

Chicken Thigh is a chicken poultry, known for its mild flavor profile, and rich in essential nutrients like Niacin, Vitamin B6, Pantothenic Acid.

Regional names

Chicken Thigh

Origin

Chicken Thigh is cataloged inside the chicken lane of poultry.

Native region

Global temperate and subtropical zones

Season

Available year-round depending on form, preservation, or sourcing

Food Combinations & Timing

✅

Safe Combination Profile

It is safe to eat this food item with other food items.

Nutritional profile

Calories

180 kcal / 100 g

Protein

29.4 g

Carbs

0 g

Fat

7.1 g

Fiber

0 g

Water content

High (65% to 75%)

Glycemic index

0

Vitamins

  • Niacin
  • Vitamin B6
  • Pantothenic Acid

Minerals

  • Selenium
  • Phosphorus
  • Zinc

Health benefits

Evidence-aligned highlights

  • Provides key macronutrients and micronutrients that support metabolic vitality.
  • Contributes essential dietary compounds that support tissue structure and recovery.
  • Ready for future custom nutritional mapping.

Flavor notes

Mild

Texture

Crisp

Aroma

Fresh

Pairings

Various flavor pairings

Safety & toxicity

Edible parts

Standard edible portions

Toxic or risky parts

Discard non-food-grade or spoiled forms

Raw vs cooked

Safe to consume according to culinary standards.

Allergies & intolerances

No common allergy warning.

Drug interactions

No major interactions for normal food amounts.

Safe daily limit

Enjoy as part of a balanced diet.

⚠️ Notice: This safety profile is a general guideline. Dietary tolerances differ; consult a healthcare professional for allergies or drug interactions. See our full disclaimer.

Who should avoid & how to handle it

Who should avoid or moderate

  • General population safe.

Preparation & storage

  • Clean: Wash or wipe clean according to the usual market form.
  • Cut: Slice, chop, or portion as needed for your recipe.
  • Cook: Prepared raw or cooked according to recipe preference.
  • Store: Keep in a cool, dry place or refrigerate.
  • Preserve: Freeze or dry for longer storage.

Cuisine & cultural use

Common cuisines

  • Global culinary use

Chicken Thigh appears in Global culinary use, often because its flavor structure and prep speed fit both everyday cooking and ceremonial dishes.

Dynamic Substitutions

No alternatives recorded for this specific item. It is chemically or botanically unique in the database.

🌱 Cultivation & Production

Chicken Thigh Production Profile

Discover how chicken thigh is obtained, produced, and how you can craft or prepare it in your own kitchen.

Apartment Friendly

✗ Not Ideal for Apartments

No

Urban Space Advice

Cannot be grown or raised in a standard residential apartment. Requires livestock farming or professional marine harvesting.

Source Material

Livestock farms (cattle, poultry, or swine)

Primary Method

Animal husbandry and safe butchering

Homemade Production Method

  1. 1

    Store raw meat wrapped airtight in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or freeze for months.

  2. 2

    To cure meat (e.g. jerky) at home, slice lean cuts very thin.

  3. 3

    Marinate with salt and spices, then dry in a food dehydrator or low oven at 160°F (71°C) for 6-8 hours.

Quick recipes

Fast recipes using Chicken Thigh

Dinner

Royal Chicken Biryani

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Aromatic Basmati rice layered with spiced chicken thighs, slow-cooked in a sealed pot.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 400g chicken thighs, bone-in
  • 1 1/2 cups Basmati rice, soaked
  • 1 large onion, sliced and deep-fried
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp biryani masala spice mix
  • 2 tbsp ghee
  • 1 cinnamon stick and 2 cardamoms
  • Salt to taste

Nutrition

  • 590 kcal
  • 34 g protein
  • 68 g carbs
  • 20 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Marinate chicken thighs in yogurt, biryani masala, and salt for 30 minutes.
  2. 2Boil rice with cinnamon and cardamoms until 70% cooked (about 8 minutes). Drain.
  3. 3In a large heavy pot, melt ghee and cook marinated chicken for 15 minutes. Layer with fried onions and rice.
  4. 4Seal pot with foil and lid. Cook on lowest heat for 35 minutes. Fluff rice layers gently and serve.

Dinner

Home Style Butter Chicken

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Marinated chicken thighs cooked in a creamy, velvety tomato and cashew-nut gravy.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 400g chicken thighs, boneless and cubed
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 2 tbsp cashew paste
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • Salt, chili powder, and 2 tbsp cream

Nutrition

  • 460 kcal
  • 34 g protein
  • 12 g carbs
  • 30 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Marinate chicken in chili powder and salt. Sear in 1 tablespoon of butter for 8 minutes until browned, then remove.
  2. 2Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in remaining butter until soft. Add tomato puree and cashew paste.
  3. 3Cook for 8 minutes until the gravy bubbles and thickens. Stir in garam masala.
  4. 4Add chicken back, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Swirl in heavy cream and serve hot with naan.

Dinner

Tariwala Chicken Curry

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A simple, everyday homestyle chicken gravy cooked with red chili powder, ginger, and turmeric.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 450g chicken thighs, bone-in
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and red chili powder to taste

Nutrition

  • 390 kcal
  • 34 g protein
  • 6 g carbs
  • 25 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Heat oil in a pot, sauté chopped onions and ginger paste for 6 minutes until onions are golden.
  2. 2Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder, and salt, cooking for 5 minutes until mushy.
  3. 3Add chicken thighs and sear in the masala paste for 6 minutes.
  4. 4Pour in 1.5 cups of water, bring to a boil, cover and cook on low heat for 25 minutes until chicken is tender.