KFC Original Recipe Chicken Thigh: 280 calories
- 19gProtein
- 8gCarbs
- 19gFat
- 910mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from KFC Full Nutrition Guide (U.S.), last checked October 11, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
KFC Original Recipe Chicken Thigh nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original Recipe Chicken Thigh | 280 | 19g | 8g | 19g | 910mg | 14% |
The KFC Original Recipe Chicken Thigh is about 14% of a 2,000-calorie day and 40% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How to make a KFC order lighter
- Order the Original Recipe Drumstick instead: 150 fewer calories, 12g protein.
- “BBQ Dipping Sauce (1 cup)” adds 45 calories.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the KFC Original Recipe Chicken Thigh takes about 63 minutes of brisk walking, 29 minutes of running (5 mph) or 29 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Questions people ask
The KFC Original Recipe Chicken Thigh has 280 calories, with 19g of protein, 8g of carbs and 19g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Original Recipe Drumstick has 130 calories, 150 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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