Calorie comparison
Black Beans vs Chicken Breast
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 33 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 | Black Beans | Chicken Breast |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 | 165 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 31 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0.5 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
🫘 Black Beans
1 cup cooked (172 g)
227 cal
15.3 g protein · 41.3 g carbs · 0.9 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, black beans or chicken breast?
Per 100 g, black beans has 132 calories and chicken breast has 165. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black beans or chicken breast?
Black Beans has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; chicken breast has 31 g. Chicken Breast wins on protein.
Is black beans 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 black beans — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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