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  4. Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked)

Grilled chicken is a Bulgarian outdoor cooking favorite. Marinated with paprika and chubritsa, then grilled over charcoal until crispy-skinned. A fixture at every Bulgarian barbecue.

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How should I track Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked)?

Grilled Chicken Breast is high in protein. Traditional dishes like Grilled Chicken Breast are best tracked by weighing your actual portion, because recipes vary widely between households. Two versions of the same dish can differ by 30–50% in calories depending on how much oil, butter, or cheese was used. A meta-analysis (Wehling & Lusher, Am J Clin Nutr 2021) showed that people underreport calorie intake by 25–30% on average, and complex dishes with multiple ingredients are the hardest to estimate. When eating out, ask about preparation — it helps you make a more informed log entry.

Macro Breakdown

Macro Split: 66% Protein, 0% Carbs, 34% FatMacro Split100%
Protein66%29.6g
Fat34%6.7g

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g. Percentages reflect Daily Value (DV).

Energy
  • Calories
    187kcal—
Macronutrients
  • Protein
    29.6g59%
  • Carbohydrates
    0.2g—
  • Fat
    6.7g—
  • Fiberathlete
    0.1g0%
  • Sugar
    0.0g—
  • Saturated Fat
    0.7g—
Minerals
  • Sodium
    453mg—
  • Calciumathlete
    7mg1%
  • Ironathlete
    0mg2%
Vitamins
  • Vitamin Dathlete
    0.1mcg0%

% Daily Value based on FDA 2,000 kcal reference diet. Strength trainees have different needs — see highlighted nutrients.

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Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked) — values for 150g

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Primary macros

Calories
281
kcal
Protein
44.4
g
Carbs
0.3
g
Fat
10.1
g

More nutrients

Fiber
0.2g
Sugar
0.0g
Sat. Fat
1.0g
Sodium
680mg
Calcium
10mg
Iron
1mg
Potassium
373mg
Magnesium
42mg
Zinc
1mg
Vitamin D
0.1mcg
Nutrient highlights
High in Protein

Frequently Asked Questions

Grilled Chicken Breast is high in protein. Traditional dishes like Grilled Chicken Breast are best tracked by weighing your actual portion, because recipes vary widely between households. Two versions of the same dish can differ by 30–50% in calories depending on how much oil, butter, or cheese was used. A meta-analysis (Wehling & Lusher, Am J Clin Nutr 2021) showed that people underreport calorie intake by 25–30% on average, and complex dishes with multiple ingredients are the hardest to estimate. When eating out, ask about preparation — it helps you make a more informed log entry.

Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked) contains 29.6g protein per 100g, which is high in protein. A 150g serving provides 44.4g protein.

Notable nutrients in Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked) include Protein. Per 100g: 29.6g protein, 0.2g carbs, and 6.7g fat.

Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked) can fit into a weight loss plan. At 187 kcal per 100g it is moderately calorie-dense and high in protein, so portion size matters.

Yes, Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked) is keto-friendly. With 0.2g total carbs and 0.1g fiber per 100g (0.1g net carbs), it fits easily within the daily 20-50g net carb limit.

Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked) provides 187 kcal, 29.6g protein, 0.2g carbs, and 6.7g fat per 100g. Compare with other traditional bulgarian foods in our database to find the best option for your nutritional goals.

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Grilled Chicken Breast (cooked)

Macros per 100g

187
Calories
Protein29.6g
Fat6.7g
Carbs0.2g
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249mg5%
  • Magnesiumathlete
    28mg7%
  • Zincathlete
    1mg6%
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