Chicken Breast (with skin)Nutrition reference
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Chicken Breast (with skin)

Chicken Breast (with skin). Nutrition is shown per 100 g of raw chicken breast, meat and skin, bones excluded.

126.9
kcalper 100g
Carbs
0g
Protein
21.41g
Fat
4.78g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Raw
Edible portion
Raw chicken breast, meat and skin, bones excluded
Measurement basis
Per 100 g raw edible portion, meat and skin
Energy (kcal)
126.9 kcal
Protein
21.4063 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
4.777 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Sodium
48.07 mg
More nutrients7
Energy (kJ)
531 kJ
Cholesterol
75.38 mg
Calcium
6.898 mg
Potassium
332 mg
Magnesium
25.4 mg
Iron
0.3535 mg
Zinc
0.6245 mg

Data sources

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  1. 1

    USDA FoodData Central, Foundation Foods

    2727569 · Foundation Foods April 2026; 2025-04-24

About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Chicken breast is the lean, white meat cut from the chest of the chicken. It is a staple source of lean protein and is cooked by grilling, baking, sautéing, or poaching.

Nutritionally, chicken breast is high in protein and low in fat. Per 100 g of raw chicken breast provides about 127 kcal, 21.4 g of protein, and 4.8 g of fat.

Chicken breast is cooked thoroughly before eating. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Chicken Breast (with skin)?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of raw chicken breast. A typical 4 oz portion (about 113 g) provides roughly 143 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g126.9 kcal0 g21.4 g4.8 g
4 oz113 g143.4 kcal0 g24.2 g5.4 g
8 oz227 g288.1 kcal0 g48.6 g10.8 g

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal)
126.9 kcal
Energy (kJ)
531 kJ
Protein
21.4063 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
4.777 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Cholesterol
75.38 mg
Sodium
48.07 mg
Calcium
6.898 mg
Potassium
332 mg
Magnesium
25.4 mg
Iron
0.3535 mg
Zinc
0.6245 mg

Questions and answers

Chicken Breast (with skin) nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in chicken breast?

Chicken breast provides about 127 calories per 100 g. A typical 4 oz portion (about 113 g) provides roughly 143 calories.

Is chicken breast high in protein?

Yes. Chicken breast provides about 21.4 g of protein per 100 g.

Is chicken breast low in fat?

Yes. Chicken breast provides only about 4.8 g of fat per 100 g.