How Many Chicken Thighs Per Person (Pounds for 10–100 Guests)
Prices checked Oct 2026, average US grocery prices. Portions follow common catering rules of thumb; safe temperatures follow USDA. How we calculate
Thighs are the easiest chicken cut to cook for a crowd. They are cheaper per pound than breasts, they forgive a few extra minutes on the grill, and they stay juicy in a covered pan while you finish the next batch. Use the calculator for your exact party, or find your guest count in the table below.
Chicken Thighs by Party Size
Bone-in thighs at about 0.33 lb (150 g) each, family packs of about 4 lbs. Boneless thighs at about 0.2 lb (90 g) each.
| Guests | Bone-in thighs | Weight | Family packs | If boneless | With another meat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 20 thighs | 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg) | 2 packs | 4 lbs (1.8 kg) | 10 thighs, 3.3 lbs |
| 12 | 24 thighs | 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg) | 2 packs | 4.8 lbs (2.2 kg) | 12 thighs, 4 lbs |
| 15 | 30 thighs | 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) | 3 packs | 6 lbs (2.7 kg) | 15 thighs, 5 lbs |
| 20 | 40 thighs | 13.2 lbs (6.0 kg) | 4 packs | 8 lbs (3.6 kg) | 20 thighs, 6.6 lbs |
| 25 | 50 thighs | 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) | 5 packs | 10 lbs (4.5 kg) | 25 thighs, 8.2 lbs |
| 30 | 60 thighs | 19.8 lbs (9.0 kg) | 5 packs | 12 lbs (5.4 kg) | 30 thighs, 9.9 lbs |
| 40 | 80 thighs | 26.5 lbs (12 kg) | 7 packs | 16 lbs (7.3 kg) | 40 thighs, 13.2 lbs |
| 50 | 100 thighs | 33 lbs (15 kg) | 9 packs | 20 lbs (9.1 kg) | 50 thighs, 16.5 lbs |
| 60 | 120 thighs | 39.5 lbs (18 kg) | 10 packs | 24 lbs (11 kg) | 60 thighs, 19.8 lbs |
| 75 | 150 thighs | 49.5 lbs (22 kg) | 13 packs | 30 lbs (14 kg) | 75 thighs, 25 lbs |
| 100 | 200 thighs | 66 lbs (30 kg) | 17 packs | 40 lbs (18 kg) | 100 thighs, 33 lbs |
Each 22-inch kettle cooks about 12 thighs per load in 35–40 minutes. For 30 or more guests, run two grills or cook in waves and hold finished thighs in a covered pan with a splash of broth.
Bone-in vs Boneless Thighs
Bone-in, skin-on thighs are cheaper and stay juicier on the grill, so they are the default for parties. Boneless thighs cook in about 10–12 minutes over direct heat, which helps when you are feeding a big group off one grill. They also suit tacos, skewers and sandwiches. Expect about 25% less raw weight per person with boneless.
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FAQ
How many pounds of chicken thighs per person?
Plan 2 bone-in thighs per person, about 0.66 lb (300 g) raw, when chicken is the main dish. With boneless thighs, 2 per person is about 0.4 lb (180 g). If chicken is one of two meats, 1 thigh per person is enough.
How many pounds of chicken thighs for 20 people?
Buy about 13 lbs (6 kg) of bone-in thighs for 20 people, which is 40 thighs. For boneless thighs, 8 lbs (3.6 kg) is enough.
How many pounds is 10 chicken thighs?
Ten bone-in, skin-on thighs weigh about 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg). Ten boneless, skinless thighs weigh about 2 lbs (0.9 kg).
How long do chicken thighs take on the grill?
Bone-in thighs take 30–40 minutes over medium indirect heat, finished over direct heat to crisp the skin. They are safe at 165°F, but most cooks take thighs to 175–185°F, where the connective tissue softens.