Chicken Breast vs Ground Chicken
Compared on one consistent basis: per 100 g, from USDA data behind each food page.
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Raw) vs Chicken Ground (Raw): nutrition per 100 g
| Per 100 g | Chicken Breast (Boneless, Raw) | Chicken Ground (Raw) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | 133 kcal |
| Protein | 22.5 g | 17.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 7.2 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g
| Nutrient | Chicken Breast (Boneless, Raw) | Chicken Ground (Raw) |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 3.94 mg | 5.82 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.35 mg | 0.59 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 26.2 mg | 20.51 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 214.9 mg | 165.5 mg |
| Potassium, K | 330.1 mg | 301.7 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 65.75 mg | 62.95 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.65 mg | 1.18 mg |
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Raw) is higher in protein, and the leaner, lower-calorie choice. Chicken Ground (Raw) is higher in fat. That makes Chicken Breast (Boneless, Raw) more relevant when you want protein for fullness or recovery, and Chicken Ground (Raw) when you want a richer, higher-fat option.
Full nutrition facts: Chicken Breast (Boneless, Raw) · Chicken Ground (Raw)
Bottom line
Per 100 g, Chicken Breast (Boneless, Raw) provides 106 kcal, 22.5 g protein and 1.9 g fat; Chicken Ground (Raw) provides 133 kcal, 17.9 g protein and 7.2 g fat.
That is a difference of 27 kcal and 5.3 g of fat per 100 g, before anything is added in the pan.
Ground chicken is usually a blend of breast and thigh, which is why it carries more fat than a plain breast. The breast gives you a piece to slice and portion; the mince spreads through a dish and takes seasoning better. Cook either to 165°F.
In short: for protein per calorie, chicken breast. If that is not the deciding factor, pick by the dish, the price and how you plan to cook it.
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Values are per 100 g from the USDA FoodData Central records behind each food page and are rounded; brands and preparation change the numbers. This comparison is educational, not medical advice.
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