Calories in Chicken - Baked - Thigh

Food analysis

Low Carb Keto High Protein Good Fat Source
There is 381 calories in 170 grams of Chicken - Baked - Thigh. With 218 calories per 100 grams, this food would be considered a Medium calorie density food.

Chicken - Baked - Thigh is Very Low in carbohydrates, High in proteins and High in fats. You can look at the macronutrients graph below for a detailed ratio.

With 0 grams of "Net carbohydrates" per 100 grams, it is a good choice you are following a Keto or Ketosis diet.

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Macronutrients split

Nutrients and how much we eat of it play an important role on our health and body composition. To learn more on theses, check our blog posts on Proteins, Carbohydrates and Fats.

How to cook a great dinner with leftover food- A few good tips 

Eating healthy is important for everyone, but it can be especially challenging for people who are trying to lose weight. There are so many different diets and theories about what is the best way to eat that it can be difficult to know where to start. In this article, we will discuss some basic tips for improving your eating habits and losing weight. We will also provide a list of foods to avoid and foods to choose when trying to eat healthily.

What do you mean by unhealthy eating habits?

People are so accustomed to eating readily available food that it becomes almost impossible to make them understand that they are harming themselves by their habit of eating junk food.The key to healthy weight loss is what you eat not how much you eat.

Exercise plays a role in losing weight, but the first place people should start is with their diet. The number one reason that many overweight people cannot lose weight is because they are consuming more calories than they are burning. when the fast food outlets are in every nook and corner it just becomes an easy way out to order food rather than cook your dinner.

Make cooking dinner at home enjoyable

When cooking is concerned we just tend to opt for the easier option, ordering a pizza from around the corner! but you can make so many tasty dishes with just the leftovers...

Chicken Caesar salad

The baked chicken thighs from the previous day may be converted into a delightful Caesar chicken salad that is quick and hearty, and the best part is that kids adore it! Shred your chicken, add some lettuce, mix it with some mayo and sprinkle your favorite herbs. That's about it and something tasty is created  right inside the kitchen.

Saucy shredded chicken

When you need to cook with leftovers, that BBQ sauce in the fridge might come in handy. Toss your shredded baked chicken thigh with some BBQ sauce and serve it on top of your brown bread with some cucumber pickle. Scrumptious and delectable sandwich that your children will drool over.

Classic chicken sandwich

Yet another favorite of kids and adults alike! Shred your baked chicken thigh and in a bowl and mix it with some mayonnaise, pepper and your favorite seasonings. One of the best chicken sandwiches is ready without spending an extra dime.

If you are willing to experiment, the possibilities are endless. Just make sure to include your children in the cooking process to keep them engaged and to teach them the value of food and the labour that goes into it.

A healthy way of living should not be forced, rather it should be a conscious effort to make right choices. If you keep your family in the loop, they will naturally want to follow along and you won't have a problem with them not eating healthy.

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