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High protein, low carb, cooked with little oil
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Chicken breast cooked with low oil (120 g) has 206 calories. That works out to 172 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 37.2 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 16.4 mg of B3 covers 103% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
172
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
31g
· 62% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 74% · Fat 26%
Vitamins
B3
13.7mg · 86% DV
B6
0.6mg · 35% DV
B5
1mg · 20% DV
Biotin
5µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
256mg · 8% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 172 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
Flatten the breast to an even thickness, cook it over moderate heat, and remove it once the center is fully cooked. Letting it rest for a few minutes helps retain its juices.
A short marinade with yogurt, lemon juice, or a little vinegar can improve flavor and tenderness. Leaving it in a strongly acidic marinade for too long can make the surface mushy.
Cooking does not destroy most of the protein, although some nutrients and juices may be lost during cooking. Long, high-heat cooking is more likely to make the meat dry and tough than to meaningfully remove its protein.
Cool it promptly and store it in a sealed container; it is generally best used within 3 to 4 days. Do not save chicken that has sat at room temperature for more than two hours.
Yes. Freeze it in meal-sized portions in airtight containers or freezer bags, then thaw it in the refrigerator. Avoid refreezing chicken after it has been thawed.
Reheat it until steaming hot throughout. Covering it in the microwave or adding a small splash of water or broth in a pan can help prevent it from drying out.
Pair it with vegetables, salad, beans, or whole grains to add fiber, volume, and a wider range of nutrients. A modest amount of olive oil, avocado, or a yogurt-based sauce can add flavor and satisfying texture.
It is a convenient protein choice in a post-workout meal, especially when paired with a carbohydrate food for recovery. A large serving immediately before exercise may feel heavy for some people.
Not necessarily. Breast is usually leaner, but skinless thigh can also fit a healthy eating pattern and may be easier to keep moist in cooking.
Anyone with a chicken allergy should avoid it. People with weakened immune systems, pregnant people, older adults, and young children should take extra care to prevent cross-contamination and ensure chicken is thoroughly cooked.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.