How much protein is in 300g chicken breast, raw vs. cooked?
300g of boneless, skinless chicken breast contains about 67.6g of protein weighed raw or 91.6g weighed cooked (grilled). Cooking removes water, concentrating protein per gram. A 300g cooked portion is a different amount of chicken from a 300g raw portion.
FAQ
How much protein is in 300g chicken breast, raw vs. cooked?
300g of boneless, skinless chicken breast contains about 67.6g of protein weighed raw or 91.6g weighed cooked (grilled). Cooking removes water, concentrating protein per gram. A 300g cooked portion is a different amount of chicken from a 300g raw portion.
Quick Facts
Food Item
300g Chicken Breast
Protein Content
67.6g (raw) / 91.6g (cooked)
300g Chicken Breast: Raw vs. Cooked
| Weighed portion | Protein per 100g | Protein per 300g |
|---|---|---|
| Raw | About 22.5g | About 67.6g |
| Cooked (grilled) | About 30.5g | About 91.6g |
300g of boneless, skinless chicken breast contains about 67.6g of protein when weighed raw or 91.6g 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 300g cooked portion contains more chicken than a 300g 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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