Chicken Breast Nutrition Facts
The following nutrition information is provided by the USDA for one 3-ounce (85g) serving of boneless, skinless grilled chicken breast.1 Note that many commercially packaged chicken breasts are much larger than 3 ounces. So if you eat a single breast, you’re probably eating more than a single serving.
Calories: 128
Fat: 2.7g
Sodium: 44mg
Carbohydrates: 0g
Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 0g
Protein: 26g
Carbs
Chicken breasts contain no sugar or starch (unless they are prepared with breading or seasonings), so they have no carbohydrates. The estimated glycemic load of chicken breast is zero.
Fats
Skinless chicken breast contains a small amount of fat, less than 3 grams. It is mostly unsaturated fat (there is less than 1 gram of saturated fat in a 3-ounce portion of skinless chicken breast).
If you keep the skin on your chicken breast, the fat, calorie, and protein counts will all be higher. A 3-ounce (85g) serving of roasted, broiled, or baked chicken breast with skin on provides 166 calories, 6.6 grams fat, and 25 grams protein.2
Protein
Chicken breasts are a good source of lean protein. For people who eat meat, consuming chicken is a simple way to meet some of your body’s protein needs without also consuming a lot of fat. Depending on the cooking method you choose, chicken breasts are also naturally low in sodium.
Vitamins and Minerals
Chicken breast is a very good source of selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and niacin.
