BeslyChicken Breast: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
A serving of chicken breast listed as 1 serving (85 g) has 140 calories, 26.4 g of protein, 0 g of carbs and 3 g of fat. Per 100 g that is 165 kcal.
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Chicken Breast serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 165 | 31 | 0 | 3.6 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 47 | 8.8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1 serving | 85 | 140 | 26.4 | 0 | 3 |
Where the calories in chicken breast come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, chicken breast gets 79% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbs and 21% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (31 g protein, 0 g carbs, 3.6 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in chicken breast
A 1 serving (85 g) of chicken breast also contains 62.9 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 0 g sugar and 0.9 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 serving (85 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 74 mg | 62.9 mg |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 0.9 g |
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 72.2 mg |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 217.6 mg |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 12.8 mg |
| Iron | 1 mg | 0.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
How chicken breast compares with similar foods
Besly has few foods in the same group, so this compares chicken breast with the closest foods by calories per 100 g. At 165 kcal it is number 5 of 5, sorted from lowest to highest.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Breast | 147 | 30.1 | 0 | 2.1 |
| Pasta | 157 | 5.9 | 31.3 | 0.9 |
| Avocado | 160 | 1.8 | 7.8 | 13.5 |
| Chickpeas | 164 | 8.9 | 27.4 | 2.6 |
| Chicken Breast (this page) | 165 | 31 | 0 | 3.6 |
Forms and preparations of chicken breast
Across the 6 forms listed for chicken breast, calories range from 106 kcal per 100 g (Chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw) to 176 kcal per 100 g (Chicken breast, sauteed, skin not eaten).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast (main entry) | 165 | 31 | 0 | 3.6 | 1 serving (85 g): 140 kcal |
| Chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw | 106 | 22.5 | 0 | 1.9 | 1 serving (114 g): 121 kcal |
| Chicken, breast, meat and skin, raw | 172 | 20.9 | 0 | 9.2 | 1 serving (114 g): 196 kcal |
| Chicken breast, stewed, skin not eaten | 149 | 28 | 0 | 3.3 | 1 cup, cooked, diced (135 g): 201 kcal |
| Chicken breast, sauteed, skin not eaten | 176 | 29.6 | 0 | 5.5 | 1 cup, cooked, diced (135 g): 238 kcal |
| Chicken breast, rotisserie, skin not eaten | 144 | 28 | 0 | 3.6 | 1 breast (120 g): 173 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 serving of chicken breast?
1 serving (85 g) of chicken breast has 140 calories, with 26.4 g protein, 0 g carbs and 3 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of chicken breast?
100 g of chicken breast has 165 calories, 31 g protein, 0 g carbs and 3.6 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 47 calories.
Is chicken breast low in carbs?
Carbs supply 0% of the calories in chicken breast (protein 79%, fat 21%). Per 100 g there are 0 g of carbs, and 1 serving (85 g) has 0 g, including 0 g of fiber.
Recipes with chicken breast
- Grilled Chicken Breast with Roasted Vegetables
- Skillet-Braised Chicken Breast
- Two-Step Creamy Chicken
- 20-Minute Chicken Creole
- Apricot & Lemon Glazed Chicken
- Chicken-Avocado Arepa (Arepa Reina Pepiada)
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda”, record us.generic.chicken_breast). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.