How much protein is in 150g chicken breast, raw vs. cooked?
150g of boneless, skinless chicken breast contains about 33.8g of protein weighed raw or 45.8g weighed cooked (grilled). Cooking removes water, concentrating protein per gram. A 150g cooked portion is a different amount of chicken from a 150g raw portion.
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FAQ
How much protein is in 150g chicken breast, raw vs. cooked?
150g of boneless, skinless chicken breast contains about 33.8g of protein weighed raw or 45.8g weighed cooked (grilled). Cooking removes water, concentrating protein per gram. A 150g cooked portion is a different amount of chicken from a 150g raw portion.
Quick Facts
Food Item
150g Chicken Breast
Protein Content
33.8g (raw) / 45.8g (cooked)
150g Chicken Breast: Raw vs. Cooked
| Weighed portion | Protein per 100g | Protein per 150g |
|---|---|---|
| Raw | About 22.5g | About 33.8g |
| Cooked (grilled) | About 30.5g | About 45.8g |
150g of boneless, skinless chicken breast contains about 33.8g of protein when weighed raw or 45.8g when weighed cooked (grilled). USDA FoodData Central lists 22.525g protein per 100g raw and 30.54g per 100g grilled; portion estimates are rounded. Cooking reduces water weight, so a 150g cooked portion contains more chicken than a 150g raw portion. Cooking does not create extra protein. Weigh your portion and use the matching raw or cooked nutrition entry; values vary with cooking method and moisture loss.
Sources: USDA FoodData Central for raw chicken breast and grilled chicken breast.
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