Calories in breaded fried chicken breast
A usual serving, 1 schnitzel (150 g), has about 360 kcal; 100 g ≈ 243 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 243 | 22 g | 12 g | 11 g | 0.6 g |
| 1 schnitzel 150 g | 365 | 32 g | 18 g | 16 g | 0.9 g |
Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: medium · Updated:
Calories per serving
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 schnitzel 150 g | 365 | 32 g | 18 g | 16 g |
| Half a schnitzel 75 g | 182 | 16 g | 8.9 g | 8 g |
How it fits into a day
A breaded chicken schnitzel of 150 g has about 360 kcal. The meat is lean; the calories come from the flour, egg, breadcrumbs and the oil it's fried in. The calories come mainly from fat (about 45%) and protein (about 35%).
A usual serving (1 schnitzel) is about 18% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.
Lighter options
- Bake it in the oven with a little oil: the schnitzel stays crispy, with fewer calories.
- With fries it's a meal of about 830 kcal; with salad much less.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in breaded chicken?
About 360 kcal in 150 g, with 32 g protein, 18 g fat and 16 g carbs.
How many calories are in 100 g of breaded chicken?
About 243 kcal per 100 g: 22 g protein, 12 g fat and 11 g carbs.
How many more calories does breaded chicken have than grilled?
Per 100 g breaded chicken has about 243 kcal, cooked chicken breast about 165 kcal.
See also
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Chicken breast
165 kcal
per 100 g
1 fillet: 250 kcal
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Wiener schnitzel
250 kcal
per 100 g
1 schnitzel: 500 kcal
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French fries
312 kcal
per 100 g
1 serving: 470 kcal
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