Calorie comparison
Chicken Breast vs Quinoa
Per 100 grams, quinoa is the lighter choice by 45 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 | Quinoa |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 | 120 |
| Protein | 31 g | 4.4 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 21 g |
| Fat | 3.6 g | 1.9 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
🌾 Quinoa
1 cup cooked (185 g)
222 cal
8.1 g protein · 38.9 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken breast or quinoa?
Per 100 g, chicken breast has 165 calories and quinoa has 120. Quinoa is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken breast or quinoa?
Chicken Breast has 31 g of protein per 100 g; quinoa has 4.4 g. Chicken Breast wins on protein.
Is chicken breast or quinoa 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 quinoa — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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