Calorie comparison
Brown Rice vs Chicken Nuggets
Per 100 grams, brown rice is the lighter choice by 136 calories, while chicken nuggets 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 Nuggets |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 259 |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 14 g |
| Carbs | 26 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 1 g | 16 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 Nuggets
6 pieces (96 g)
249 cal
13.4 g protein · 15.4 g carbs · 15.4 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brown rice or chicken nuggets?
Per 100 g, brown rice has 123 calories and chicken nuggets has 259. Brown Rice is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brown rice or chicken nuggets?
Brown Rice has 2.7 g of protein per 100 g; chicken nuggets has 14 g. Chicken Nuggets wins on protein.
Is brown rice or chicken nuggets 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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