Calorie comparison
Brown Rice vs Chicken Fried Rice
Per 100 grams, brown rice is the lighter choice by 45 calories, while chicken fried rice 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 | Brown Rice | Chicken Fried Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 168 |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 6.5 g |
| Carbs | 26 g | 22 g |
| Fat | 1 g | 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
🍚 Brown Rice
1 cup cooked (195 g)
240 cal
5.3 g protein · 50.7 g carbs · 2 g fat
🍚 Chicken Fried Rice
1 cup (198 g)
333 cal
12.9 g protein · 43.6 g carbs · 11.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brown rice or chicken fried rice?
Per 100 g, brown rice has 123 calories and chicken fried rice has 168. Brown Rice is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brown rice or chicken fried rice?
Brown Rice has 2.7 g of protein per 100 g; chicken fried rice has 6.5 g. Chicken Fried Rice wins on protein.
Is brown rice or chicken fried rice 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 brown rice — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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