Nutrition Facts for Chicken Breast
What Is Chicken Breast?
Chicken Breast is one of those “default” foods people come back to when they want predictable nutrition and a meal that fits their calorie target.
It works well as a base for balanced meals, because you can pair it with vegetables for volume, a protein source for satiety, and a sauce or seasoning for enjoyment.
Per 100g, Chicken Breast has 165 calories, with 31g protein, 0g carbs, and 3.6g fat. Use the serving table below to scale those numbers to your usual portions.
Tip: If you are tracking intake, log portions using a realistic serving size (not just 100g) so your daily totals reflect what you actually eat.
Calories in Chicken Breast (Per 100g)
The following values are standardized per 100 grams of chicken breast.
- Calories
165 kcal
- Protein
31 g
- Carbohydrates
0 g
- Fat
3.6 g
Nutrition by Serving Size
Calories and macros for common portion sizes of chicken breast.
| Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50g | 82.5 kcal | 15.5 g | 0 g | 1.8 g |
| 100g | 165 kcal | 31 g | 0 g | 3.6 g |
| 150g | 247.5 kcal | 46.5 g | 0 g | 5.4 g |
| 200g | 330 kcal | 62 g | 0 g | 7.2 g |
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Is Chicken Breast Good for Weight Loss?
Chicken Breast can fit into a weight loss diet when portions are controlled. At 165 calories per 100g, it offers a moderate calorie density, so you can include it in a calorie deficit without blowing your budget. Chicken Breast is high in protein (31g per 100g), which supports satiety and helps preserve muscle during a deficit. It is low in carbs, making it easy to pair with vegetables and other foods. For best results, combine chicken breast with plenty of vegetables and a sustainable calorie target from a calorie calculator or calorie deficit calculator.
Health Benefits of Chicken Breast
No single food is “magic,” but choosing foods that you can portion consistently (and actually enjoy) is a big part of sustainable fat loss and better health habits. Here are practical reasons chicken breast can be a useful addition to a balanced diet:
- Fits low-carb meal patterns and is easy to combine with high-fiber vegetables.
- Helps you hit daily protein targets, which supports muscle maintenance during fat loss and recovery during training.
- Keeps macros easier to manage when you want a simpler, leaner plate.
- Teaches portion awareness—use a repeatable serving size so your daily totals stay predictable.
Who Is Chicken Breast Best For?
Weight loss
Chicken Breast can fit a weight loss plan when you track portions and keep your daily calorie target realistic.
Muscle gain
Chicken Breast is useful for muscle gain because it contributes meaningful protein per serving. Add carbs or fat around it depending on your energy needs.
General health
Chicken Breast can be part of a healthy diet when you balance it with vegetables, adequate protein, and overall calorie intake that matches your goals.
How to Use Chicken Breast in Your Diet
Practical ways to include chicken breast in meals:
- Build a simple bowl: chicken breast + rice or potatoes + a big handful of vegetables + a sauce you love.
- Use it for meal prep: cook once, portion into containers, and rotate flavors (lemon herb, spicy, teriyaki-style).
- Make a high-protein salad: add chicken breast to greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a measured dressing.
- Add it to wraps or sandwiches with crunchy vegetables for volume without many extra calories.
- Pair it with a higher-carb side on training days, and with extra vegetables on lower-activity days.
- Want a fast macro breakdown? Use the Meal Log Calculator to estimate calories and macros for your full meal (not just one ingredient).
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