Skinless chicken breast is a concentrated source of high-quality complete protein with minimal saturated fat (USDA). Incorporating lean poultry into a balanced dietary pattern provides essential amino acids needed for muscle maintenance and satiety while keeping dietary saturated fat low (Harvard Nutrition Source).
Supports
Muscle Maintenance and SatietyB-Vitamin Support for Energy MetabolismCardiovascular Dietary Context
Calories
0
kcal / 100g
Protein
0.0g
per 100g
Niacin
86%
of daily need
Gluten-freeLactose-freeNut-freeHigh protein
Recommended intake
How much Chicken Breast — and how often
Practical guidance grounded in general dietary advice (EFSA / WHO / NHS) — not personal medical advice.
Who benefits most
Who Chicken Breast is especially good for
When to be careful
Be careful with Chicken Breast if…
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Why it's healthy
Why eat Chicken Breast?
How it works in the body
The mechanisms behind Chicken Breast
Not just what's inside — what each nutrient actually does once you eat it.
Body systems
How Chicken Breast maps to body functions
Health benefit
Muscle Maintenance and Satiety
Supplies complete dietary protein containing all essential amino acids required for muscle tissue repair and maintenance (NIH ODS). Replacing refined carbohydrates or high-fat meats with lean protein also supports long-term satiety (Harvard Nutrition Source).
Health benefit
B-Vitamin Support for Energy Metabolism
Contains significant amounts of niacin (vitamin B3) and vitamin B6, which act as coenzymes in energy-yielding metabolism and cellular functioning (USDA, NIH ODS).
Health benefit
Cardiovascular Dietary Context
Substituting lean poultry for processed or red meats high in saturated fat aligns with dietary patterns associated with lower cardiovascular risk (Harvard Nutrition Source, WHO).
Nutrition breakdown
What's actually in a serving
Percentages show how much of an adult's daily need one serving covers. Adjust the amount to match your plate.
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g
Typical serving: 100 g ≈ 100 g
Bars compare each nutrient to a general adult daily reference value (EFSA / NIH). Individual needs vary.
Per 100 g serving
Calories0kcal
Protein0g
Carbohydrates0g
Fat0g
Fibre0g
Sodium0mg
Vitamins
Niacin13.7mg
Choline35.3mg
Vitamin B20.2mg
Vitamin B60.2mg
Vitamin B120.1µg
Minerals
Selenium24.0µg
Phosphorus228.0mg
Show raw per-100 g values
Calories0kcal
Protein0g
Carbohydrates0g
of which sugars0g
Fat0g
of which saturates0.7g
Fibre0g
Sodium0mg
Works well with
Best pairings & ingredient synergies
Combinations where the whole is nutritionally greater than the sum of its parts.
On the plate
Recipes featuring Chicken Breast
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Did you know?
Small facts that change how you look at it
AI-assisted educational summary. Cross-check with the sources below for clinical decisions.
Preparation & storage
Getting the most out of it
Brine 30 min in salted water for tender results.
Pan-sear then finish in a low oven.
Poach in aromatic broth.
Things to consider
Context matters
Cook thoroughly to an internal temperature of 74 °C (165 °F) to reduce the risk of foodborne bacterial illness such as Salmonella (USDA, WHO).
Preparation methods affect nutritional value; deep-frying or adding heavy sauces can significantly increase saturated fat and sodium content (Harvard Nutrition Source).
Inside Food only draws on these six sources — USDA for nutrient composition, EFSA, NIH ODS, WHO and PubMed for scientific evidence, and the Harvard T.H. Chan Nutrition Source for practical synthesis. Anything on this page not confirmed in one of them is marked with a red Unverifiedbadge.
This platform provides general nutrition information and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nutritional needs vary between individuals.
