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Chicken Thigh

Also known as: chicken drumstick

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Chicken thigh is a whole-food protein source providing high-quality protein, B-vitamins, iron, and zinc. It is slightly higher in saturated fat than chicken breast but well-tolerated as part of a varied diet.

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483 products

What it is

Dark-meat cut of chicken from the upper leg.

Whole-food protein source.

What regulators actually say

"Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat and skin, raw — nutrient profile."

"Cook chicken to 165 °F as measured with a food thermometer."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Whole food; regulated by USDA-FSIS

European Union — EFSA

Permitted as foodstuff

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