Chicken Breast Calories & Carbs
Keto-friendlyLast updated September 8, 2026 · Compiled by the CarbMeNot Team
Values per 1 breast (174g); per 100 g: 0g net carbs, 165 cal. Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols — do the math for any label with the free net carbs calculator.
How many carbs are in chicken breast?
Chicken Breast — 1 breast (174g) — has 0g net carbs: 0g total carbs minus 0g fiber, plus 53.9g protein, 6.3g fat, and 287 calories. Per 100g that is 0g net carbs (0g total carbs, 0g fiber) and 165 calories. That makes chicken breast very low in net carbs and lower than the typical protein food, which averages about 9.2g net carbs per 100g. With this carb count, chicken breast fits a keto or low-carb diet (usually 20–50g net carbs per day) in normal portions. Values are per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.
Is chicken breast keto-friendly?
Yes — chicken breast is keto-friendly. 1 breast (174g) is 0g net carbs (0g total carbs − 0g fiber); per 100g that is 0g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.
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Carbs by serving size
| Serving | Net carbs | Total carbs | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 breast | 0g | 0g | 53.9g | 287 |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 0g | 0g | 31g | 165 |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 0g | 0g | 8.7g | 46 |
How many calories are in chicken breast?
Chicken Breast — 1 breast (174g) — has 287 calories, with 53.9g protein, 6.3g fat, and 0g net carbs. Per 100g: 165 calories and 0g net carbs.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 165 |
| Total carbs | 0g |
| Net carbs | 0g |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Sugar | 0g |
| Sugar alcohols | 0g |
| Protein | 31g |
| Fat | 3.6g |
| Sodium | 74mg |
| Potassium | 256mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in chicken breast?
- Chicken Breast (1 breast, 174g) has 0g of total carbs and 0g of net carbs. Per 100 grams: 0g total, 0g net.
- How many net carbs are in chicken breast?
- Chicken Breast has 0g of net carbs per 1 breast (174g) — 0g total carbs minus 0g fiber.
- Is chicken breast keto-friendly?
- Yes — chicken breast is keto-friendly. 1 breast (174g) is 0g net carbs (0g total carbs − 0g fiber); per 100g that is 0g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.
- How many calories are in chicken breast?
- Chicken Breast (1 breast, 174g) has 287 calories; that is 165 calories per 100 grams.
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