Popeyes Chicken Thigh (Classic or Spicy): 490 calories
- 25gProtein
- 18gCarbs
- 34gFat
- 1,120mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from Popeyes USA Nutrition Guide (September 2026), last checked October 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ. For allergens, see Popeyes official allergen information.
Popeyes Chicken Thigh nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Thigh (Classic or Spicy) | 490 | 25g | 18g | 34g | 1,120mg | 15g | 0g | 1g | 25% |
The Popeyes Chicken Thigh (Classic or Spicy) is about 25% of a 2,000-calorie day and 49% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Chicken Thigh ranks
- The Chicken Thigh (Classic or Spicy) is the 2nd highest in calories of the 4 items in the Popeyes “Signature Chicken (Classic or Spicy, per piece)” menu, and 4th for protein per calorie.
- Across the 15 items of the same kind we track at 2 chains, it is the 3rd highest in calories; their average is 289 calories.
How to make a Popeyes order lighter
- Order the Chicken Wing (Classic or Spicy) instead: 270 fewer calories, 14g protein.
- “Bayou Buffalo Sauce” adds 50 calories.
- “BoldBQ Sauce” adds 60 calories.
- “Blackened Ranch Sauce” adds 110 calories.
- “Buttermilk Ranch Sauce” adds 130 calories.
- “Mardi Gras Mustard Sauce” adds 90 calories.
- “Sweet Heat Sauce” adds 70 calories.
- “Wild Honey Mustard Sauce” adds 110 calories.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Popeyes Chicken Thigh (Classic or Spicy) takes about 111 minutes of brisk walking, 51 minutes of running (5 mph) or 51 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie chicken pieces at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Breast: 530 calories, 35g protein
Questions people ask
The Popeyes Chicken Thigh (Classic or Spicy) has 490 calories, with 25g of protein, 18g of carbs and 34g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Chicken Wing (Classic or Spicy) has 220 calories, 270 fewer, but less protein (14g vs 25g).
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