Chuck RoastNutrition reference
Meat, Eggs & Dairy

Chuck Roast

Chuck roast is a well-marbled cut of beef from the shoulder, ideal for braising. Per 100 g it provides about 232 calories with 18.4 g protein.

231.7
kcalper 100g
Carbs
0g
Protein
18.4g
Fat
17.8g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Raw
Edible portion
Raw boneless beef chuck roast, USDA Choice
Measurement basis
Per 100 g raw edible portion
Energy (kcal)
231.7 kcal
Protein
18.4 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
17.8 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Saturated fat
6.341 g
Sodium
48.44 mg
More nutrients8
Energy (kJ)
969.5 kJ
Trans fat
0.6686 g
Cholesterol
66.75 mg
Calcium
4.576 mg
Potassium
281.1 mg
Magnesium
16.99 mg
Iron
2.059 mg
Zinc
5.386 mg

Data sources

7
  1. 1

    USDA FoodData Central, Foundation (2026-04-30 official CSV; CC0)

    2646174 · Foundation Foods April 2026; 2023-10-26

  2. 2

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    168661 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

  3. 3

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    168668 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

  4. 4

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    169495 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

  5. 5

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    170814 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

  6. 6

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    169446 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

  7. 7

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    170810 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Chuck roast is a cut of beef from the shoulder, known for its rich marbling and deep flavor. It is usually cooked slowly by braising or pot-roasting until tender.

Nutritionally, chuck roast is high in fat and protein. Per 100 g of raw chuck roast provides about 232 kcal, 18.4 g of protein, and 17.8 g of fat.

Chuck roast is a flavorful but fattier cut of beef. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Chuck Roast?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of raw chuck roast. A typical 4 oz portion (about 113 g) provides roughly 262 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g231.7 kcal0 g18.4 g17.8 g
4 oz113 g261.8 kcal0 g20.8 g20.1 g
8 oz227 g526 kcal0 g41.8 g40.4 g

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

Energy (kcal)
231.7 kcal
Energy (kJ)
969.5 kJ
Protein
18.4 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
17.8 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Saturated fat
6.341 g
Trans fat
0.6686 g
Cholesterol
66.75 mg
Sodium
48.44 mg
Calcium
4.576 mg
Potassium
281.1 mg
Magnesium
16.99 mg
Iron
2.059 mg
Zinc
5.386 mg

Questions and answers

Chuck Roast nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in chuck roast?

Chuck roast provides about 232 calories per 100 g. A typical 4 oz portion (about 113 g) provides roughly 262 calories.

Is chuck roast high in protein?

Yes. Chuck roast provides about 18.4 g of protein per 100 g.

Is chuck roast high in fat?

Yes. Chuck roast provides about 17.8 g of fat per 100 g.