Is a Chicken Leg More Fattening Than a Breast? A Nutritional Breakdown
                                
                                
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                                A 3.5-ounce serving of skinless, boneless chicken breast contains approximately 165 calories, while the same amount of chicken thigh has around 179. This calorie difference is central to answering if a chicken leg is more fattening than a breast and understanding their nutritional pros and cons.