Calories in chicken breast
A usual serving, 1 fillet (150 g), has about 250 kcal; 100 g ≈ 165 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 165 | 31 g | 3.6 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| 1 fillet 150 g | 248 | 47 g | 5.4 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:
Calories per serving
| Serving | kcal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 fillet 150 g | 248 | 47 g | 5.4 g | 0 g |
| Half a fillet 75 g | 124 | 23 g | 2.7 g | 0 g |
How it fits into a day
A cooked chicken breast fillet of 150 g has about 250 kcal and 47 g protein, with very little fat. That's why it's a staple when you count calories; the flavour comes from spices, not oil. About 80% of the calories come from protein.
A usual serving (1 fillet) is about 12% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.
Lighter options
- Cook the fillet in a pan with a few drops of oil, or in the oven.
- A chicken breast and a serving of rice make a lunch of about 440 kcal, and salad adds almost nothing.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a chicken breast?
About 250 kcal in 150 g, with 47 g protein and 5.4 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of chicken breast?
About 165 kcal per 100 g: 31 g protein and 3.6 g fat.
How much protein is in a chicken breast?
About 31 g per 100 g of cooked meat, or about 47 g in a 150 g serving.
See also
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Chicken drumstick
215 kcal
per 100 g
1 drumstick: 150 kcal
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Breaded fried chicken breast
243 kcal
per 100 g
1 schnitzel: 360 kcal
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White rice
130 kcal
per 100 g
side serving: 195 kcal
Full table: Meat and cured meat