How much chicken breast, grilled to hit 30 g of protein?
You’d need about
97 g
roughly 3.4 oz · 1 medium breast ≈ 174 g · 160 kcalChicken breast, grilled is one of the most protein-dense foods you can eat, so it takes only about 97 g (3.4 oz) to reach 30 g of protein. That makes it an efficient choice on a low-appetite day, when every bite has to count.
31 gprotein / 100 g
165kcal / 100 g
18.8 gprotein / 100 kcal
How much chicken breast, grilled for different protein targets
| Protein target | Chicken breast, grilled | In ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 15 g | 48 g | 1.7 oz |
| 20 g | 65 g | 2.3 oz |
| 25 g | 81 g | 2.8 oz |
| 30 g | 97 g | 3.4 oz |
| 40 g | 129 g | 4.6 oz |
| 50 g | 161 g | 5.7 oz |
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Questions
- How much chicken breast, grilled do I need for 30 g of protein?
- About 97 g — roughly 3.4 oz — of chicken breast, grilled provides 30 g of protein, based on its 31 g of protein per 100 g.
- How much protein is in chicken breast, grilled?
- Chicken breast, grilled has about 31 g of protein per 100 g, at roughly 165 kcal per 100 g.
- Is chicken breast, grilled a good way to hit protein goals on a GLP-1?
- Yes — chicken breast, grilled is protein-dense, so a modest portion goes a long way when your appetite is reduced.
Figures are approximate estimates per 100 g and vary by brand, cut, and preparation. This is general information, not medical or nutritional advice. See our Medical Disclaimer.