How Many Calories in Grilled Chicken Breast?
About 250 kcal for 150 g cooked, skinless. Here's how it fits into your day, and how to make it lighter without giving it up.
How it fits your day
| A 1,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, women) | 17% |
| A 2,000 kcal day | 12% |
| A 2,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, men) | 10% |
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The lighter swap
One of the best foods for fat loss. Grill it or air-fry it rather than frying it in breadcrumbs.
Coach's take
High in protein for the calories. A solid choice when you're trying to lose fat, as long as the portion fits your day.
Grilled Chicken Breast options compared
| 100 g grilled, skinless | ~165 kcal |
| 150 g grilled, skinless | ~250 kcal |
| 150 g roasted with skin | ~295 kcal |
| 150 g breaded and fried | ~390 kcal |
Questions we get asked
How many calories are in Grilled Chicken Breast?
About 250 kcal for 150 g cooked, skinless, with 46g protein, 0g carbs and 5g fat. Values vary between restaurants.
Can I eat Grilled Chicken Breast and still lose weight?
Yes. Fat loss depends on your total calories across the day, not one food. Grilled Chicken Breast is about 12% of a 2,000 kcal day. One of the best foods for fat loss. Grill it or air-fry it rather than frying it in breadcrumbs.
How long does it take to burn off Grilled Chicken Breast?
About 50 minutes of brisk walking for a 75 kg adult. It's easier to adjust the portion than to try to burn it off, which is why we build favourite foods into our clients' plans.
How many calories are in 100 g of chicken breast?
About 165 kcal for 100 g of cooked skinless chicken breast, with about 31 g of protein. Raw, the same piece is about 120 kcal per 100 g because it still contains water.
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Lose fat without giving up Grilled Chicken Breast
Our clients still eat shawarma and drink karak. We just build it into the plan.
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