Calorie comparison
Beef Chili vs Grilled Cheese
Per 100 grams, beef chili is the lighter choice by 240 calories, while grilled cheese 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 | Beef Chili | Grilled Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 | 350 |
| Protein | 7 g | 12 g |
| Carbs | 9 g | 30 g |
| Fat | 5 g | 21 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
🌶️ Beef Chili
1 cup (253 g)
278 cal
17.7 g protein · 22.8 g carbs · 12.6 g fat
🥪 Grilled Cheese
1 sandwich (122 g)
427 cal
14.6 g protein · 36.6 g carbs · 25.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, beef chili or grilled cheese?
Per 100 g, beef chili has 110 calories and grilled cheese has 350. Beef Chili is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, beef chili or grilled cheese?
Beef Chili has 7 g of protein per 100 g; grilled cheese has 12 g. Grilled Cheese wins on protein.
Is beef chili or grilled cheese 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 beef chili — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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