How Many Calories in Chicken breast?
100g gătit = 165 kcal
Nutritional Values per 100g
Standard Serving
100g gătit contains 165 calories.
Best time: Lunch or dinner - any main meal
Benefits
- ✓The most popular lean protein source - 31g protein at just 165 kcal/100g
- ✓Excellent protein-to-calorie ratio - ideal for any fitness goal, from weight loss to muscle gain
- ✓Versatile to prepare - grilled, boiled, steamed, baked, in salads or stir-fries
- ✓Affordable compared to other quality animal protein sources
- ✓Rich in niacin (vitamin B3) and selenium - essential nutrients for energy metabolism and thyroid function
Considerations
- !Can become dry if overcooked - optimal internal temperature is 74°C
- !Quality varies significantly - free-range chicken has a better fatty acid profile
- !Monotonous if eaten daily - vary the recipes and seasonings for long-term adherence
FitAzi Tip
Chicken breast is the foundation of FitAzi plans for weight loss and muscle gain - maximum protein, minimum fat. Marinate chicken breast for 30 minutes in yogurt, garlic, and lemon before cooking for a juicier and more tender texture. Prepare 500g of chicken breast in the oven on Sunday and use it in varied meals throughout the week for efficient meal prep.
Frequently Asked Questions
A medium cooked chicken breast (150g) has 248 calories, with 46.5g protein and 5.4g fat. This is the typical portion served as a main course, covering nearly half of an active person's daily protein needs.
100g of cooked chicken breast has 165 calories, with 31g protein, 3.6g fat and 0g carbs. This reference portion has one of the best protein-to-calorie ratios of any meat, which is why it's a staple in weight loss and muscle-building plans.
A large cooked chicken breast (200g) has 330 calories, with 62g protein and 7.2g fat. At this portion, a single chicken breast already covers a significant share of an athlete's daily protein needs.
Raw, skinless chicken breast (100g) has about 120 calories, with 22.5g protein and 2.6g fat - less than the cooked version (165 calories). The difference comes from water loss during cooking, which concentrates nutrients per gram of meat, not from any real added calories.
Yes, chicken breast pan-fried with a little oil has around 195-210 calories/100g, about 20-40 more than oven-baked or grilled (165 calories/100g), due to the oil absorbed during cooking. The difference is small but adds up if eaten daily - baking, grilling, or air-frying keep calories closest to the reference value.
Yes, for both goals. With 165 calories and 31g of complete protein per 100g, chicken breast has one of the best protein-to-calorie ratios of any meat, making it ideal both in a caloric deficit (100-150g portions) and in a surplus for muscle gain (150-250g portions, alongside a carb source).
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Nutritional values shown are approximate and may vary depending on preparation method and origin. Consult a nutrition specialist for personalized recommendations.