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How many calories in
chicken breast?

Chicken breast is the workhorse of high-protein eating — about 31g of protein per 100g raw, with almost zero carbs and minimal fat. Most fitness meal plans use it as a default protein source because it's lean, takes any seasoning, and is one of the cheapest grams of protein per dollar.

165
kcal · 100g
31g
Protein
0g
Carbs
3.6g
Fat
Servings

Common serving sizes.

Calories scale with portion. Here's how a typical chicken breast serving translates in your tracker:

Serving
Calories
Protein
1 medium breast (172g)
284 kcal
53.4g
1 oz (28g)
46 kcal
8.6g
1 cup, diced (140g)
231 kcal
43.4g
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FAQ

Quick answers.

How many calories in chicken breast?

Chicken Breast has approximately 165 calories per 100g. A typical serving — 1 medium breast (172g) — comes in at 284 calories.

How much protein is in chicken breast?

31g of protein per 100g. That puts chicken breast at roughly 18.8g of protein per 100 calories — a useful lens when comparing to other protein sources.

How do I log chicken breast accurately?

The simplest method: weigh it on a kitchen scale, then enter grams in your tracker. With SpotWell, you can skip the scale — point the camera at the plate and the AI estimates the portion in under a second. Adjust the value if it looks off.

Is chicken breast good for weight loss?

It depends on your overall calorie target. Chicken Breast sits in a moderate calorie range. It can fit any goal — weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain — when portioned to your daily target.