Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351
KFC Original Recipe® Chicken Thigh - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
3

Original Recipe® Chicken Thigh

KFC

KFC - Original Recipe® Chicken Thigh has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 10.53g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 19.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 3, for KFC - Original Recipe® Chicken Thigh , and we advise that this food sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat62%
 Calories from Carbs13%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Iron0.95 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0 mg
Sodium930.1 mg38.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.5 g3.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein19.3 g38.6%Top 10%Very High

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat21.9 g33.7%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat6.1 g30.7%Top 30%High
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 360 Calories from Fat 230

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25 g 38.5%

Saturated Fat 7 g 35%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 165 mg 55%

Sodium 1060 mg 44.2%

Total Carbohydrates 12 g 4%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 22 g 44%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium Iron 6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Embed Table:

Related Searches

8

KFC - Original Recipe® Chicken..

Per 100g | Calories 237
Protein 23.7 g | Carbs 6.8 g | Fat 13.6 g

16

KFC - Original Recipe® Chicken..

Per 100g | Calories 130
Protein 26.9 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 2.8 g

1

KFC - Original Recipe® Whole..

Per 100g | Calories 321
Protein 23.5 g | Carbs 10.7 g | Fat 19.2 g

17

KFC - Pecan Pie Slice

Per 100g | Calories 432
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 58.2 g | Fat 20.3 g

8

KFC - Original Recipe® Chicken..

Per 100g | Calories 237
Protein 23.7 g | Carbs 6.8 g | Fat 13.6 g

16

KFC - Original Recipe® Chicken..

Per 100g | Calories 130
Protein 26.9 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 2.8 g

1

KFC - Original Recipe® Whole..

Per 100g | Calories 321
Protein 23.5 g | Carbs 10.7 g | Fat 19.2 g

17

KFC - Pecan Pie Slice

Per 100g | Calories 432
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 58.2 g | Fat 20.3 g