Calorie comparison
Chicken Breast vs Deli Ham
Per 100 grams, deli ham is the lighter choice by 20 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 | Chicken Breast | Deli Ham |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 | 145 |
| Protein | 31 g | 21 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 3.6 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
🍗 Chicken Breast
3 oz cooked (85 g)
140 cal
26.4 g protein · 0 g carbs · 3.1 g fat
🍖 Deli Ham
3 oz (85 g)
123 cal
17.8 g protein · 1.3 g carbs · 5.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken breast or deli ham?
Per 100 g, chicken breast has 165 calories and deli ham has 145. Deli Ham is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken breast or deli ham?
Chicken Breast has 31 g of protein per 100 g; deli ham has 21 g. Chicken Breast wins on protein.
Is chicken breast or deli ham 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 deli ham — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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