Calorie comparison
Almonds vs Chicken Breast
Per 100 grams, chicken breast is the lighter choice by 414 calories, while chicken breast delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Almonds | Chicken Breast |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 579 | 165 |
| Protein | 21 g | 31 g |
| Carbs | 22 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 3.6 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌰 Almonds
1 oz (28 g)
162 cal
5.9 g protein · 6.2 g carbs · 14 g fat
🍗 Chicken Breast
3 oz cooked (85 g)
140 cal
26.4 g protein · 0 g carbs · 3.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, almonds or chicken breast?
Per 100 g, almonds has 579 calories and chicken breast has 165. Chicken Breast is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, almonds or chicken breast?
Almonds has 21 g of protein per 100 g; chicken breast has 31 g. Chicken Breast wins on protein.
Is almonds or chicken breast better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward chicken breast — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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