Calorie comparison
Chicken Breast vs Ribeye Steak
Per 100 grams, chicken breast is the lighter choice by 126 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 | Ribeye Steak |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 | 291 |
| Protein | 31 g | 24 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 3.6 g | 22 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
🥩 Ribeye Steak
3 oz cooked (85 g)
247 cal
20.4 g protein · 0 g carbs · 18.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken breast or ribeye steak?
Per 100 g, chicken breast has 165 calories and ribeye steak has 291. Chicken Breast is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken breast or ribeye steak?
Chicken Breast has 31 g of protein per 100 g; ribeye steak has 24 g. Chicken Breast wins on protein.
Is chicken breast or ribeye steak 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 chicken breast — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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