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High-protein, low-carb grilled chicken with a small lycopene boost from tomato paste
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Grilled chicken breast with tomato paste (150 g) has 258 calories. That works out to 172 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.2 g of carbs, 46.8 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 20.4 mg of B3 covers 127% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
258
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
46.8g
· 94% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 74% · Fat 21%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 258 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 383 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 258 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 75 g | 129 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 130 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 241 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 310 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 172 calories per 100 g.
To make grilled chicken breast with tomato paste, coat the chicken in tomato paste loosened with a little oil, then add your preferred herbs and spices. Grill until the thickest part is fully cooked, turning as needed.
You can marinate grilled chicken breast with tomato paste overnight in the refrigerator, but a shorter marinating time also works. Keep raw chicken covered and chilled, and discard any marinade that has touched it unless you cook it thoroughly.
Tomato paste can burn on grilled chicken breast with tomato paste because its natural sugars darken quickly over intense direct heat. Thin the paste with a little oil, avoid excessive heat, and move the chicken to a cooler part of the grill if it darkens too fast.
For juicy grilled chicken breast with tomato paste, make the pieces an even thickness and avoid cooking them longer than needed. Let the chicken rest briefly after grilling so its juices settle before you slice it.
Grilled chicken breast with tomato paste is done when the thickest part is opaque throughout, with no raw-looking center. A food thermometer is the most reliable way to confirm doneness, especially for thicker pieces.
Serve grilled chicken breast with tomato paste with roasted vegetables, rice, potatoes, or a crisp salad. A fresh, mildly dressed side balances the concentrated tomato flavor without competing with the grilled chicken.
Yes, you can cook chicken coated with tomato paste in an air fryer. Arrange the pieces in a single layer and check the thickest one for doneness; tomato paste may brown quickly, so avoid letting the surface char.
Cooked grilled chicken breast with tomato paste keeps in the refrigerator for three to four days when stored promptly in a covered container. Reheat it until steaming hot throughout, and avoid repeatedly warming and cooling the same portion.
Yes, grilled chicken breast with tomato paste can be frozen in an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the texture may be a little less juicy after freezing.
Grilled chicken breast with tomato paste can fit into a weight-loss meal because its protein may help make the meal satisfying. Pair it with vegetables and choose portions and sides that suit your overall eating plan.
Vitamins
B3
20.4mg · 127% DV
B6
1.08mg · 64% DV
B5
1.58mg · 32% DV
Biotin
9µg · 30% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Phosphorus
368mg · 53% DV
Potassium ⭐
645mg · 19% DV
Sodium
383mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 258 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Grilled chicken breast with tomato paste is made by seasoning chicken breast with tomato paste and cooking it over a grill. The paste gives the meat a savoury, gently tangy tomato note, while grilling adds a browned exterior; the breast stays tender when it is not overcooked.
Serve it as a simple main with salad, vegetables, rice or potatoes, or slice it into a sandwich or wrap. It is a lean, high-protein choice, with 31.2 g of protein per 100 g and little carbohydrate. For a lighter plate, use the paste sparingly and pair the chicken with plenty of grilled vegetables or fresh salad.
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.
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
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.