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Chicken breast
Calories & nutrition facts
broiler or fryers, breast, skinless, boneless, meat only, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 120 kcal —
- Protein 23 g 45%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 2.6 g 3%
- Saturated fat 0.6 g 3%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 45 mg 2%
- Cholesterol 73 mg 24%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 9 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.56 mg 4%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.09 mg 8%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.18 mg 14%
- Niacin (B3) 9.6 mg 60%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 1.5 mg 30%
- Vitamin B6 0.81 mg 48%
- Folate (B9) 9 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 0.21 µg 9%
- Choline 82.1 mg 15%
Minerals
- Calcium 5 mg 0%
- Iron 0.37 mg 2%
- Magnesium 28 mg 7%
- Phosphorus 213 mg 17%
- Potassium 334 mg 7%
- Zinc 0.68 mg 6%
- Copper 0.04 mg 4%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 0%
- Selenium 22.8 µg 41%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 | 23 g | 0 g | 2.6 g |
| 1 × oz | 113 g | 136 | 25 g | 0 g | 3 g |
| 1 × piece | 272 g | 326 | 61 g | 0 g | 7.1 g |
| 1 × package | 926 g | 1111 | 208 g | 0 g | 24 g |
| 2 × oz | 226 g | 271 | 51 g | 0 g | 5.9 g |
| ½ × oz | 56.5 g | 68 | 13 g | 0 g | 1.5 g |
| 3 × oz | 339 g | 407 | 76 g | 0 g | 8.9 g |
| 4 × oz | 452 g | 542 | 102 g | 0 g | 12 g |
Similar foods
- Chicken breast meatbroiler, skinless, boneless, raw120 kcal / 100 g
- Grilled chicken breastbroiler or fryers, breast, skinless, boneless, meat only, cooked, grilled151 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken breast tendersbreaded, uncooked263 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken breast with skinbroilers or fryers, meat and skin, raw172 kcal / 100 g
- Roasted chicken breastbreast, meat and skin, roasted/baked189 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey breastretail parts, meat and skin, raw155 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken filletraw109 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey breast meatretail parts, raw114 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken meatbroiler, raw119 kcal / 100 g
- Duck breastflesh only, raw116 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Chicken breast
How do you keep chicken breast from drying out?
Pound the thick end until the breast is an even thickness, then cook it just until the centre reaches 75 °C. Rest it for about 5 minutes before slicing so the juices settle.
How long should you bake chicken breast?
Bake a boneless breast at 200 °C for roughly 20–25 minutes, depending on its thickness, and check that the centre reaches 75 °C. A thin piece will cook faster, so use a thermometer rather than relying on time alone.
Should you wash chicken breast before cooking it?
No. Rinsing can splash bacteria around the sink and worktops; cooking the chicken thoroughly is what makes it safe to eat. Wash your hands and clean utensils and surfaces after they touch raw chicken.
How long does chicken breast keep in the fridge?
Keep raw chicken breast covered on the bottom shelf and cook it within 1–2 days. Refrigerate cooked chicken promptly in a covered container and use it within 3–4 days; freeze it if you need to keep it longer.
What dishes can you make with chicken breast?
It works well sliced into a stir-fry, diced for chicken curry or a pie, and poached or grilled for sandwiches and salads. For a quick stir-fry, cut it into thin strips so they cook through in just a few minutes.
Can you use turkey breast instead of chicken breast?
Yes: use turkey breast in the same amount for grilling, roasting or curries. Per 100 g, turkey breast has 23.3 g of protein and 109 kcal, compared with 23 g of protein and 120 kcal in chicken breast.
How much protein is in a typical chicken breast portion?
A cooked portion of about 100 g provides 23 g of protein. A whole breast is often larger, so slice or weigh the portion you plan to serve.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171077 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
