Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Calories and Nutrition Facts
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast has 106 calories per 100 g, with 22.5 g protein, 0 g carbs and 1.9 g fat. Official USDA analytical record: Chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw (FDC ID: 2646170).
One standard serving of boneless skinless chicken breast (1 breast fillet (172 g)) contains 182 calories, 38.7g protein, 0g total carbs (0g net carbs), and 3.3g fat. Per 100 grams, it supplies 106 calories.
Energy density
1.06 kcal/g
low
Protein / 100 kcal
21.2 g
satiety per calorie
Net carbs / 100 g
0 g
carbs minus fibre
100 kcal portion
94 g
≈ 3.3 oz
- Sugars
- 0g
- Fibre
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 0.5g
- Sodium
- 114mg
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Portion & Serving Size Comparison
Compare calories, carbs, net carbs, and macros across common household measurements.
| Portion Size | Weight | Calories | Total Carbs | Net Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 breast fillet (172 g) | 172 g | 182 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 38.7 g | 3.3 g |
| 3 oz (85 g) | 85 g | 90 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 19.1 g | 1.6 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 113 g | 120 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 25.4 g | 2.1 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 106 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 22.5 g | 1.9 g |
Chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw nutrition facts
The table below shows the complete nutritional profile for chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw per 100 g (the laboratory analytical standard) and per 1 breast fillet (172 g), alongside the share of the FDA Daily Value each nutrient covers. Most of its calories come from protein, and it is high in protein (22.5 g per 100 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 breast fillet (172 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | 182 kcal | — |
| Protein | 22.5 g | 38.7 g | 45% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 3.3 g | 2% |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 114 mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Value per 100 g, against the FDA reference intakes for adults and children 4+ years (50 g protein, 275 g carbohydrate, 28 g fibre, 78 g fat, 20 g saturated fat, 2300 mg sodium). Total sugars has no Daily Value — the 50 g reference applies to added sugars only, and USDA reports total sugars here.
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast calories by weight: ounces, pounds and grams
USDA publishes this food per 100 g, so here is the same profile converted to the weights a kitchen scale and a US recipe actually use. At 1.06 kcal per gram (low energy density), low energy density — generous portions stay modest in calories.
| Amount | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28 g) | 30 kcal | 6.4 g | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 106 kcal | 22.5 g | 0 g | 1.9 g |
| 4 oz (113 g) | 120 kcal | 25.5 g | 0 g | 2.2 g |
| 8 oz / ½ lb (227 g) | 240 kcal | 51 g | 0 g | 4.3 g |
| 1 lb (454 g) | 481 kcal | 102.1 g | 0 g | 8.6 g |
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods dataset (public domain, CC0). Laboratory food profile and analytical measurements verified under USDA FDC ID 2646170.
View raw USDA laboratory entry →How boneless skinless chicken breast compares to other poultry
Against the 11 poultry in this database, boneless skinless chicken breast ranks 1st lowest in calories and 4th highest in protein. The category averages 153 kcal per 100 g, so this one is 31% below it. The lightest option in the category is chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw at 106 kcal per 100 g, and the protein leader is chicken, broiler or fryers, breast, skinless, boneless, meat only, cooked, braised at 32.1 g per 100 g.
| Poultry (by calories) | Calories | Protein | kcal/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🍗 Chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw (this page) | 106 kcal | 22.5 g | 1.06 |
| 🍗 Chicken, drumstick, meat and skin, raw | 125 kcal | 18.4 g | 1.25 |
| 🍗 Chicken, breast, meat and skin, raw | 127 kcal | 21.4 g | 1.27 |
| 🍗 Chicken, ground, with additives, raw | 133 kcal | 17.9 g | 1.33 |
| 🍗 Chicken, thigh, boneless, skinless, raw | 144 kcal | 18.6 g | 1.44 |
Portion planning with boneless skinless chicken breast
- 100 calories comes to about 94 g (3.3 oz).
- 20 g of protein takes about 89 g, bringing 94 kcal with it — that is 21.2 g of protein per 100 calories.
- Macro split by calories: 0% carbs, 84% protein, 16% fat.
Nutrient screening detail
The badges near the top of this page come from screening the per-100 g values against the FDA nutrient-content thresholds in 21 CFR 101.54–101.62. The regulations define those claims per reference serving rather than per 100 g, so treat these as a like-for-like comparison between foods, not as a statement about a product label:
- High protein — 22.5 g per 100 g (≥ 20% DV)
- Low fat — 1.9 g per 100 g (≤ 3 g)
- Low saturated fat — 0.3 g per 100 g (≤ 1 g)
- Low sodium — 66 mg per 100 g (≤ 140 mg)
- Sugar free — 0 g total sugars per 100 g (< 0.5 g)
- Keto-friendly — 0 g net carbs per 100 g (≤ 5 g)
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Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast FAQ & Nutrition Questions
How many calories and carbs are in 1 breast fillet (172 g) of boneless skinless chicken breast?
One serving of 1 breast fillet (172 g) provides 182 calories, 0 g total carbs, 38.7 g protein, and 3.3 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 3 oz (85 g) of boneless skinless chicken breast?
3 oz (85 g) of boneless skinless chicken breast provides 90 calories, 19.1 g protein, 0 g total carbs, and 1.6 g fat.
How many calories and macros are in 4 oz (113 g) of boneless skinless chicken breast?
4 oz (113 g) of boneless skinless chicken breast provides 120 calories, 25.4 g protein, 0 g total carbs, and 2.1 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of boneless skinless chicken breast?
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast contains 106 calories per 100 g, with 22.5 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, and 1.9 g fat. Use the interactive calculator above to scale to any custom amount.
What is the USDA FoodData Central (FDC) ID for boneless skinless chicken breast?
The official USDA FoodData Central ID for "Chicken, breast, boneless, skinless, raw" is FDC ID: 2646170. You can view the verified laboratory analytical record on the USDA FoodData Central Database.
What is the macronutrient breakdown of boneless skinless chicken breast?
By calories, boneless skinless chicken breast is approximately 0% carbohydrates, 84% protein, and 16% fat.
How many calories are in an ounce of boneless skinless chicken breast?
One ounce (28 g) of boneless skinless chicken breast has 30 calories, with 6.4 g protein, 0 g carbs and 0.5 g fat. Four ounces (113 g) comes to 120 calories, and a full pound (454 g) to 481 calories.
How much boneless skinless chicken breast is 100 calories?
About 94 g of boneless skinless chicken breast supplies 100 calories, because it carries 1.06 kcal per gram (low energy density). Low energy density — generous portions stay modest in calories.
How much boneless skinless chicken breast do I need for 20 g of protein?
Roughly 89 g of boneless skinless chicken breast, which also brings 94 calories with it. That works out to 21.2 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is boneless skinless chicken breast high or low in calories for a poultry?
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast sits 31% below the poultry average of 153 kcal per 100 g, ranking 1st lowest of 11 in this category.
Is this nutrition data free to use?
Yes. The data is sourced directly from USDA FoodData Central (CC0 public domain). Viewing and scaling portions here is 100% free with no sign-up — and you can log this food free in our online food diary.