Calorie comparison
Chicken Breast vs Oatmeal
Per 100 grams, oatmeal is the lighter choice by 94 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 | Oatmeal |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 | 71 |
| Protein | 31 g | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 3.6 g | 1.5 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
🥣 Oatmeal
1 cup cooked (234 g)
166 cal
5.9 g protein · 28.1 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken breast or oatmeal?
Per 100 g, chicken breast has 165 calories and oatmeal has 71. Oatmeal is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken breast or oatmeal?
Chicken Breast has 31 g of protein per 100 g; oatmeal has 2.5 g. Chicken Breast wins on protein.
Is chicken breast or oatmeal 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 oatmeal — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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