Calorie comparison
Beer vs Chicken Breast
Per 100 grams, beer is the lighter choice by 122 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 | Beer | Chicken Breast |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 | 165 |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 31 g |
| Carbs | 3.6 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 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
🍺 Beer
12 oz (355 g)
153 cal
1.8 g protein · 12.8 g carbs · 0 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, beer or chicken breast?
Per 100 g, beer has 43 calories and chicken breast has 165. Beer is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, beer or chicken breast?
Beer has 0.5 g of protein per 100 g; chicken breast has 31 g. Chicken Breast wins on protein.
Is beer 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 beer — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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