⏱ 50 min totalBaked Ranch Chicken Thighs
Per 1 serving · 104 g · 6 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein16g24% of calories
- Carbs3.7g6% of calories
- Fat20g70% of calories
- ✓ Keto-friendly
- ✓ Sugar free
At a glance
One serving of Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs (104 g) has 265 calories, with 16 g of protein, 3.7 g of carbohydrates and 20 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (70% of calories). It is high in protein (31% DV), niacin (27% DV) and Vitamin B6 (26% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 24%, 24% and 31% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein31%
- Niacin27%
- Vitamin B626%
- Vitamin B1224%
- Phosphorus21%
- Selenium32%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Riboflavin (B2)10%
- Zinc11%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium24%
- Saturated fat24%
- Cholesterol31%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
1 thigh, bone removed Chicken thigh- 🥄³⁄₁₆ dash Salt
³⁄₁₆ dash Black pepper- 🥄³⁄₁₆ oz Ranch seasoning mix
⅓ tbsp Olive oil
³⁄₁₆ cloves, minced Garlic
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil, nonstick side up.
- 2
Place the chicken thighs on the baking sheet, fattest side up. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 3
Bake the chicken for 25 minutes until the skin starts to crisp.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix the ranch seasoning, olive oil, and minced garlic.
- 5
Brush the ranch mixture over the chicken thighs. Continue baking until the chicken is crispy, golden brown, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 6
For extra crunch, broil for an additional 5 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (104 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 22 μg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5 μg | 4% |
| Thiamine | 0.1 mg | 6% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | 10% |
| Niacin | 4 mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 26% |
| Folate (B9) | 3 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 24% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 mg | 4% |
| Choline | 43 mg | 8% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 17 mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 148 mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 1 mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0 mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 18 μg | 32% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 1 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 0.1 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.2 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 0 μg | — |
| Fructose | 0 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 0 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 2 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 0.4 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 1 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.4 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 10 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 4 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 22 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.2 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 3 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.1 μg | — |
Burning 265 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 50minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 32minCycling (moderate)
- 22minRunning (6 mph)
- 37minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs?
One serving of Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs (1 serving) has 265 calories, which works out to 255 calories per 100 g. That is about 13% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs high in protein?
It provides a solid 16 g of protein per serving (31% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 24% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 4 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 6% of calories.
How much sodium is in Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs?
552 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs?
0 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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