100g Chicken Protein — 23.9 g | Nutrition Calculator

100g of Chicken, Broilers Or Fryers, Drumstick, Meat Only, Cooked, Braised contains 23.9 g of protein. Free converter with serving tables, volume conversion, raw vs cooked, and FAQs. Data from USDA FoodData Central.

100g Chicken Protein Calculator

100g of Chicken, Broilers Or Fryers, Drumstick, Meat Only, Cooked, Braised contains 23.9 g of protein. Use the converter above to calculate any weight or volume, or explore the tables below for common serving sizes. All values from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 331897).

Result

100g Chicken Protein

23.9 g protein

Computed from 100 g of food and USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods.

Reverse Calculation

Protein target to food amount

100 g (3.53 oz, 0.42 cups)

Reverse math uses 23.9 g protein per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods.

Chicken Macros by Serving Size

Weight	Calories (kcal)	Protein	Fat
10 g	65.2	2.4 g	0.6 g
25 g	163	6 g	1.5 g
50 g	326	12 g	3 g
100 g	652	23.9 g	6 g
150 g	978	35.9 g	8.9 g
200 g	1304	47.8 g	11.9 g
250 g	1630	59.8 g	14.9 g

Chicken Macros by Common Serving

Serving	Weight	Calories	Protein	Fat
drumstick	104 g	678	24.9 g	6.2 g
drumstick	94.7 g	617	22.6 g	5.6 g
RACC	114 g	743	27.2 g	6.8 g

Chicken Protein Range Around 100g

Weight	Protein	Calories
50 g	12 g	326
60 g	14.3 g	391
70 g	16.7 g	456
80 g	19.1 g	522
90 g	21.5 g	587
100 g	23.9 g	652
110 g	26.3 g	717
120 g	28.7 g	782
130 g	31.1 g	848
140 g	33.5 g	913
150 g	35.8 g	978
160 g	38.2 g	1043
170 g	40.6 g	1108
180 g	43 g	1174
190 g	45.4 g	1239

Chicken Macros by Volume Measure

Volume Measure	Equivalent Weight	Calories (kcal)	Protein	Fat
1 US teaspoon	4.9 g	31.9	1.2 g	0.3 g
1 US tablespoon	14.8 g	96.5	3.5 g	0.9 g
1 US fluid ounce	29.6 g	193	7.1 g	1.8 g
1/4 US cup	59.1 g	385.3	14.1 g	3.5 g
1/3 US cup	78.9 g	514.4	18.9 g	4.7 g
1/2 US cup	118.3 g	771.3	28.3 g	7 g
1 US cup	236.6 g	1542.6	56.5 g	14.1 g
1 US pint	473.2 g	3085.3	113.1 g	28.2 g
1 US quart	946.4 g	6170.5	226.2 g	56.3 g
1 US gallon	3785.4 g	24680.8	904.7 g	225.2 g
100 mL	100 g	652	23.9 g	6 g
1 liter	1000 g	6520	239 g	59.5 g

Chicken Prep-State Logging Check

Prep State	Weight	Protein	Concentration
Raw	100 g	23.9 g	23.9 g/100 g
Cooked data not listed	Use cooked USDA entry	Do not infer	Separate cooked record preferred

Chicken Nutrient Efficiency Per Calorie

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per 100 kcal	% Daily Value (per 100 g)
Protein	23.9 g	3.67 g/100 kcal	47.8%
Carbs	0 g	0 g/100 kcal	0%
Fat	5.95 g	0.91 g/100 kcal	7.6%
Sodium	117 mg	17.94 mg/100 kcal	5.1%
Potassium	239 mg	36.66 mg/100 kcal	5.1%
Magnesium	22.4 mg	3.44 mg/100 kcal	5.6%

Chicken Dietary Profile

High-protein: Chicken delivers 23.9g protein per 100g — qualifies as a high-protein food (≥20g/100g threshold).

Keto-compatible: Low in net carbs (0g/100g), making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

Gluten-free: Safe for celiac and gluten-sensitive individuals.

Common meal contexts: high-protein meal.

Chicken Benefit Signals

Protein dense: Useful when building a high-protein meal or snack. Basis: Protein per 100g is at least 20g..
Low sodium base: Can be easier to fit into sodium-conscious meals before sauces or seasoning. Basis: Sodium per 100g is below common low-sodium meal-planning thresholds..

Chicken Daily Nutrient Coverage

Nutrient	This serving	Reference	Coverage	Signal
Protein	24 g	50 g	48%	Strong contribution
Sodium	117 mg	2300 mg	5%	Low limit contribution
Potassium	239 mg	4700 mg	5%	Starter contribution
Calcium	12 mg	1300 mg	1%	Starter contribution
Iron	0.9 mg	18 mg	5%	Starter contribution
Saturated fat limit	1.6 g	20 g	8%	Low limit contribution
Cholesterol limit	127 mg	300 mg	42%	Meaningful limit contribution

Smart Protein Substitutes for Chicken

Food	Equivalent portion	Category	Protein delta	Calorie delta	Sodium delta
Pork	157 g	Meat	+0 g	-55 kcal	-39 mg
Pork bacon	190 g	Meat	+0 g	+139 kcal	+3140 mg
Pork bacon	67 g	Meat	+0 g	-288 kcal	+1438 mg
Ground beef (80% lean)	139 g	Meat	+0 g	-299 kcal	-117 mg
Egg	176 g	Meat	+0 g	-308 kcal	-117 mg
Egg	225 g	Meat	+0 g	-316 kcal	-117 mg

Chicken Condition-Aware Nutrition Notes

Type	Context	Guidance	Basis
mayFit	weight management	May fit general meal planning when serving size and preparation match what was logged.	No major sodium, saturated fat, sugar, potassium, or allergen flag was detected by the seed collector.

Real-World Chicken Serving Sizes

drumstick (~104g): 24.9 g protein. drumstick is listed by USDA at 104g for this food.
drumstick (~94.7g): 22.6 g protein. drumstick is listed by USDA at 94.7g for this food.
RACC (~114g): 27.2 g protein. RACC is listed by USDA at 114g for this food.

Common Chicken Measurement Mistakes

Logging a different prep state than the food actually eaten can change calories and macro density.
Sauces, oil, breading, and added ingredients are not included unless they are part of this USDA food description.
Assuming every household serving has the same gram weight; use the listed serving anchors when available.

Chicken Protein — Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in 100g of Chicken? 100g of Chicken contains 23.9 g of protein (USDA FoodData Central). This is considered high-protein.

How much protein is in 1 cup of Chicken? One US cup of chicken weighs approximately 237g (density: 1000 kg/m³). That serving contains 56.6 g of protein — computed as 237g ÷ 100 × 23.9.

How many grams of Chicken do I need to eat to get 30 g of protein? To reach 30 g of protein from Chicken, you need approximately 126g — calculated as (30 ÷ 23.9) × 100 = 126g.

Is Chicken high in protein? Yes, Chicken is high in protein at 23.9 g per 100g. It ranks among the better sources in its category.

What percentage of daily protein does 100g of Chicken provide? 100g of Chicken provides 23.9 g of protein, which is 47.8% of the reference daily intake (50 g/day for adults, based on a 2000-calorie diet). To reach 100% of your daily protein from Chicken alone, you would need ~209g.

What are the most common mistakes when measuring Chicken protein? 1. Logging a different prep state than the food actually eaten can change calories and macro density. 2. Sauces, oil, breading, and added ingredients are not included unless they are part of this USDA food description. 3. Assuming every household serving has the same gram weight; use the listed serving anchors when available.

How efficient is Chicken as a source of protein per calorie? Chicken provides 3.67 g of protein per 100 kcal, making it average as a protein-per-calorie source. This is useful for calorie-restricted diets where macronutrient density matters.

What formula does this Chicken protein calculator use? The calculator uses protein = weight in grams / 100 x 23.9 g. For example, 100g of Chicken gives 23.9 g of protein. Volume entries are first converted to grams using the food density value, then the same per-100g formula is applied.

Is Chicken a good food for muscle building or high-protein goals? For muscle building or high-protein goals, Chicken is an excellent choice — with 23.9 g of protein per 100g. Chicken is also keto-friendly, gluten-free, a high-protein option. For best results, combine Chicken with other foods to hit your daily macro targets.

How reliable is the source data for Chicken? Chicken uses USDA FoodData Central Foundation Foods as the nutrition source, FDC ID 331897. Gram-based calculations use the per-100g source values, while cup and spoon estimates depend on the listed density and should be treated as practical serving estimates.

How to Calculate Chicken Protein

Weigh raw. Place your chicken on a kitchen scale before cooking to get the most accurate starting weight.
Enter weight into the calculator. Select your unit (g, oz, lb, or cup) and hit Calculate.
Read the result. The calculator shows protein content for your exact portion.
Compare servings. Use the serving range table below to quickly compare protein across portion sizes.
Log to your tracker. Enter the raw weight and raw entry in your nutrition app for consistent macro tracking.

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Why Volume ≠ Weight: Chicken Density Explained

Chicken is dense (~1000 kg/m³ ≈ water). A 1-cup measure holds approximately 237 g.

Why does density matter? The same volume can hold very different amounts of food depending on how dense it is. Oats (350 kg/m³) are light and airy — 1 cup = ~80 g. Water has a density of 1000 kg/m³ — 1 cup = 236 g. This is why nutrition labels use weight (grams), not volume — it's a more reliable measure.

Formula: mass (g) = volume (mL) × density (kg/m³) ÷ 1,000. This calculator uses this formula automatically when you enter a volume measure for Chicken.

Chicken Page Quality Signals

Source, density, prep-state, serving, and allergen checks used to decide whether this page is safe to promote from generated to indexed.

Data Sources & Methodology

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Referenced entries: Chicken, Broilers Or Fryers, Drumstick, Meat Only, Cooked, Braised (FDC ID: 331897).

Computation method: Macro values are calculated by multiplying the food's per-100g value by the requested weight in grams, then dividing by 100. Volume inputs are first converted to grams using the food's density (kg/m³) from USDA data, then the same formula applies: protein = (weight_g / 100) × proteinPer100g.

Accuracy note: Macro values represent averages across measured samples; individual items may vary ±5–10% depending on brand, farming method, and preparation technique. For clinical nutrition, consult a registered dietitian.

Update policy: Macro values are reviewed quarterly against USDA FoodData Central updates. Page last verified: 2026.

100g Chicken Protein — 23.9 g | Nutrition Calculator

Select Food Source

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Amount

Target

protein

24g

Safety: 5% sodiumPortion: 3.53 ozFood fit: 51/100

Best benefits

Protein dense: Useful when building a high-protein meal or snack.

Low sodium base: Can be easier to fit into sodium-conscious meals before sauces or seasoning.

Protein target support: Useful for building a high-protein meal or snack.

Smart substitutes

Equivalent portions from local nutrition data.

Turkey breast, roasted

483 g | 1.94 cups

+120.5g protein | +0 kcal | -117mg sodium

adds 120.5g protein

Tuna, canned in water

724 g | 3.06 cups

+116.6g protein | +0 kcal | -117mg sodium

adds 116.6g protein

Chicken, Breast, Boneless, Skinless, Raw

615 g | 2.6 cups

+114.5g protein | +0 kcal | +288mg sodium

adds 114.5g protein

Day coverage starter

What this serving contributes if logged today.

Current serving

Protein

48%

23.9 g

Sodium

117 mg

Fiber

0 g

Potassium

239 mg

Calcium

12 mg

Condition-aware guardrails

Top flags only; details stay clinician-safe.

May fit: May fit general meal planning when serving size and preparation match what was logged.

May fit: May fit high-protein goals when the serving size and prep state match what you logged.

Method, report, serving, and clinician note

Goal fit: 80% of 30g protein reference target.

Serving reality: 3.53 oz, 0.42 cups.

Method: source per 100g, density conversion, serving math, and raw/cooked yield estimate when available.

Clinician note: General nutrition reference, not medical diagnosis. For kidney disease, pregnancy, diabetes, allergies, or prescribed diets, confirm with a clinician.

Confidence: USDA reference, FDC 331897, deterministic per-100g scaling.|No major allergen flag in this source record.

Nutrition intelligence for this serving

Safety, portion, raw/cooked, and professional context tied to the current converter input.

Daily safety snapshot

117mg sodium

5% sodium limit | 8% sat fat | 0% fiber target

Raw/cooked correction

75g133.3g

cooked from raw | raw from cooked

Portion meaning

3.53oz

0.42 cups | no piece anchor

3.53 oz0.42 cups6.8 tbsp

Quality and next best move

51/100

Similar option for 30g protein: 186g Fish, Cod, Atlantic, Wild Caught, Raw

Better swap: Flour, Corn, Yellow, Fine Meal, Enriched

Looks good for General healthy adult: no obvious logging issue detected.

Target progress23.9 / 30

Why this score?

Protein Density

80/100

Fiber Density

0/100

Sodium Load

81/100

Sat Fat Load