Protein
How many calories in Chicken breast (cooked)?
Skinless chicken breast is a lean protein staple for calorie-controlled meals.
Per 100 g
165 kcal
1 small breast
198 kcal
(120 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 31 g / 100g | 0 g / 100g | 3.6 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 79% · Carbs 0% · Fat 21%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 1 small breast (120 g, 198 kcal) is 10% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 1 small breast takes about 48 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Chicken breast (cooked) is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 180 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Ginger Misoyaki Tofu | 135 | 13 g |
| Chicken breast (cooked) | 165 | 31 g |
| Chicken Tikka Skewers | 165 | 28 g |
| Caribbean Curry Tofu | 180 | 15 g |
| Chili Pomegranate Chicken | 200 | 26 g |
| Garlic Herb Butter Chicken | 220 | 25 g |
Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.
Health score
8/10
Related foods
- Chili Pomegranate Chicken200 kcal / 100g
- Caribbean Curry Tofu180 kcal / 100g
- Ginger Misoyaki Tofu135 kcal / 100g
- Garlic Herb Butter Chicken220 kcal / 100g
- Chicken Tikka Skewers165 kcal / 100g
- Zesty Cilantro Lime Chicken165 kcal / 100g
Compare Chicken breast (cooked) vs Chili Pomegranate Chicken
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