How much protein is in ground chicken? Standard raw ground chicken lists 17.4g protein per 100g — 4 oz raw (~113g) ≈ 19.7g protein. Breast-only lean grind lists 23.1g per 100g raw. Fat percentage and raw vs cooked state change calories more than total protein. Match your package label and scale reading.
Also known as: Chicken Mince, Ground Chicken Breast, Lean Ground Chicken, Chicken Burger Meat
Quick Answer — 4 oz ground chicken, raw (113g)
Chicken, ground, raw — USDA FDC #171116
19.7grams protein
17.4g–24g per 100g across ground chicken references on this pageStandard raw ~17.4g; breast-only raw ~23.1g; pan-browned crumbles ~23.3g; cooked patty ~24.0g (USDA + estimated lean blend).
162kcalCalories
9.2gFat
0gCarbs
Sodium:68 mg per 4 oz ground chicken, raw (113g)
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Ground chicken protein varies by fat blend (breast-only vs mixed) and raw vs cooked weight. Standard USDA ground chicken (FDC #171116) is a mixed blend — not the same as 99% lean breast grind. Select raw or cooked to match what you weighed.
USDA reference for chicken, ground, raw (mixed white/dark blend) (FDC #171116)
Protein in Common Ground Chicken Portions
Amount
Protein
Calories
Fat
Carbs
Sodium
2 oz raw (~57g)
9.9g
81
4.6g
0g
34mg
3 oz raw (~85g)
14.8g
122
6.9g
0g
51mg
4 oz raw (~113g)
19.7g
162
9.2g
0g
68mg
4 oz cooked (~113g)
19.7g
162
9.2g
0g
68mg
¼ lb raw (~113g)
19.7g
162
9.2g
0g
68mg
½ lb raw (~227g)
39.6g
324
18.4g
0g
136mg
1 lb raw (~454g)
79.2g
649
36.8g
0g
272mg
Ground Chicken Protein by Weight
Amount
Protein
Calories
Fat
Carbs
Sodium
25 grams
4.4g
36
2.0g
0g
15mg
50 grams
8.7g
72
4.0g
0g
30mg
75 grams
13.1g
107
6.1g
0g
45mg
100 grams
17.4g
143
8.1g
0g
60mg
125 grams
21.8g
179
10.1g
0g
75mg
150 grams
26.2g
215
12.1g
0g
90mg
200 grams
34.9g
286
16.2g
0g
120mg
250 grams
43.6g
358
20.3g
0g
150mg
300 grams
52.3g
429
24.3g
0g
180mg
1 oz (~28g)
4.9g
41
2.3g
0g
17mg
How Much Ground Chicken Provides Your Protein Target?
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Food amount
172g
≈ 6.1 oz
Calories
246 kcal
Also provides
13.9g fat · 0g carbs
Ground Chicken Amount Needed for Common Protein Targets
Based on the selected food state above. Weigh your portion for the most accurate food log entry.
Protein Target
Approx. Ground Chicken
Also (oz)
Calories
10g protein
57g
2.0 oz
82 kcal
15g protein
86g
3.0 oz
123 kcal
20g protein
115g
4.0 oz
164 kcal
25g protein
143g
5.1 oz
205 kcal
30g protein
172g
6.1 oz
246 kcal
40g protein
229g
8.1 oz
328 kcal
50g protein
287g
10.1 oz
410 kcal
Ground Chicken Protein Calculator
Select a serving size or enter a custom weight — results update instantly for food logging. Using: Standard blend, raw.
Nutrition Results — 57g Ground Chicken
Protein
9.9g
Calories
81 kcal
Fat
4.6g
Carbohydrates
0g
Ground Chicken Protein Density
Protein density metrics help compare how efficiently different foods deliver protein relative to weight and calories. These are analytical measures — not health judgments.
Protein per 100g
17.4g
Standard reference amount for comparing foods
Protein per ounce
4.9g
Useful for US portion logging (1 oz ≈ 28g)
Protein per 100 calories
12.2g
Protein efficiency relative to calorie cost
Calories per gram of protein
8.2 kcal
Lower values mean more protein per calorie consumed
Data & Methodology
Reference amount: Per 100g, unless a specific serving size is noted.
Active product type: Standard blend, raw — USDA reference for chicken, ground, raw (mixed white/dark blend)
Food state: ground, raw
Data source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #171116 — verify at USDA)
Product variation: This food has 4 reference product types. Use the product selector above to match your label or USDA entry when logging portions.
Calculations: All nutrient values scale linearly from the per-100g reference: value = (per100g × grams) / 100. Protein target calculations invert this formula.
Serving conversions: Slice and piece weights are representative estimates. Actual slice weight varies by brand and thickness — use package label weights or a kitchen scale when precision matters.
Product variation: Generic USDA reference data may differ from branded product labels. For packaged foods, the Nutrition Facts panel on your specific product is the most accurate source.
Last verified: 2026-08-24
Ground Chicken Is Not One Uniform Product
USDA standard ground chicken (FDC #171116) reflects a mixed white/dark meat blend at 17.4g protein and 143 kcal per 100g raw. Retail breast-only grinds can list 23.1g protein and 110 kcal — a very different profile from the same weight.
Unlike beef, ground chicken labels do not always print lean/fat ratios (93/7 style). Check the Nutrition Facts panel for fat grams and match the closest reference on this page.
Raw and cooked are separate USDA records — 4 oz raw does not weigh 4 oz after pan-browning.
Protein in 4 oz Ground Chicken
At standard raw (default): 4 oz (~113g) ≈ 19.7g protein, 162 kcal, 9.2g fat (FDC #171116).
At breast-only raw: 4 oz ≈ 26.1g protein, 124 kcal, 1.4g fat.
At pan-browned crumbles: 4 oz cooked ≈ 26.3g protein, 214 kcal — higher per 100g because water and fat were lost during cooking.
Ground Chicken Protein by Fat Level
Standard mixed grind (raw): 17.4g protein, 143 kcal, 8.1g fat per 100g [1].
Breast-only lean grind (raw, est.): 23.1g protein, 110 kcal, 1.2g fat per 100g — approximates 99% lean breast formulations.
Fat percentage mainly shifts calories and fat grams; leaner grinds list more protein per 100g because fat displaces protein-bearing lean tissue in the blend.
Raw vs Cooked Ground Chicken
Raw ground chicken (FDC #171116): 17.4g protein, 143 kcal per 100g. Pan-browned crumbles (FDC #171117): 23.3g protein, 189 kcal per 100g.
Cooking drives off water and some fat — protein per 100g rises but total protein in the batch stays similar. 4 oz raw (~113g) yields roughly 3 oz cooked (~85g) depending on fat content and pan moisture.
Weigh raw and log raw, or weigh cooked crumbles/patties and log cooked. Do not log cooked weight against raw per-100g data.
Protein in ¼ lb, ½ lb, and 1 lb Ground Chicken
At standard raw: ¼ lb (~113g) ≈ 19.7g P · ½ lb (~227g) ≈ 39.6g P · 1 lb (~454g) ≈ 79.2g P.
At breast-only raw: ¼ lb ≈ 26.1g P · ½ lb ≈ 52.4g P · 1 lb ≈ 104.8g P.
Recipe planning: if a recipe calls for 1 lb raw, use raw references even if you will cook it — or convert using cooked yield for post-cook logging.
Ground Chicken Protein per 100 Calories
At standard raw: ~12.2g protein per 100 kcal (17.4g P / 143 kcal).
At breast-only raw: ~21.0g protein per 100 kcal — much higher protein density because of lower fat.
At pan-browned crumbles: ~12.3g protein per 100 kcal — similar to raw per calorie despite higher protein per 100g, because calories also rose.
How to Track Ground Chicken
Packaged tray: use the label serving size and protein — it reflects that specific blend.
Bulk grind: select standard raw unless you know it is breast-only.
Cooked crumbles for tacos/chili: weigh cooked total and log pan-browned cooked reference.
Burgers: weigh cooked patty and log patty-cooked or pan-browned reference.
Reading the Ground Chicken Label
Check serving size weight (often 4 oz / 112g), protein per serving, fat grams, and servings per container.
If the label shows significantly lower fat than FDC #171116 (~8g fat/100g), your product may be breast-only — use the breast-only reference.
Enhanced or pre-seasoned grinds may include added sodium — compare label sodium to USDA references.
Ground Chicken vs Ground Turkey & Beef (per 100g raw where noted)
Food
Protein (g)
Calories (kcal)
Fat (g)
Protein / 100 kcal
Ground Chicken (standard, raw)
17.4
143
8.1
12.2
Ground Chicken (breast-only, raw est.)
23.1
110
1.2
21.0
Ground Turkey (93/7, raw)
18.7
150
8.3
12.5
Ground Beef (93/7, raw)
20.9
152
7.0
13.8
Chicken Breast (skinless, roasted)
31.0
165
3.6
18.8
Ground Chicken Protein by Formulation (per 100g)
Reference
Protein (g)
Calories (kcal)
Fat (g)
Standard raw (FDC #171116)
17.4
143
8.1
Breast-only raw (est.)
23.1
110
1.2
Pan-browned crumbles (FDC #171117)
23.3
189
10.9
Cooked patty (est.)
24.0
195
11.2
Raw vs Cooked Ground Chicken (per 100g)
Nutrient
Raw (standard)
Pan-browned crumbles
Protein (g)
17.4
23.3
Calories (kcal)
143
189
Total Fat (g)
8.1
10.9
Selenium (mcg)
10.2
26.0
Ground Chicken vs Ground Turkey (93/7 raw, per 100g)
Nutrient
Ground chicken
Ground turkey 93/7
Protein (g)
17.4
18.7
Calories (kcal)
143
150
Total Fat (g)
8.1
8.3
Potassium (mg)
522
213
Practical Tips for Ground Chicken
1
Standard USDA ground chicken ≠ breast-only grind — check your label fat grams.
2
4 oz raw ≠ 4 oz cooked — expect ~25–30% weight loss when pan-browning.
3
Log cooked weight with cooked reference — pan-browned lists 23.3g/100g vs raw 17.4g.
4
Breadcrumbs and egg in burgers add protein and calories beyond ground chicken alone.
5
Package label beats generic USDA when your product is labeled lean breast.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ground Chicken
How much protein is in 4 oz ground chicken?
At standard raw values (FDC #171116), 4 oz (~113g) provides about 19.7g protein and 162 kcal. At breast-only lean raw values, 4 oz provides about 26.1g protein and 124 kcal. At pan-browned cooked values, 4 oz cooked provides about 26.3g protein and 214 kcal.
Does fat percentage change ground chicken protein?
Yes. Standard mixed grind lists 17.4g protein per 100g raw vs breast-only at 23.1g. Higher fat blends have lower protein density per 100g because fat displaces lean meat in the same weight.
How should I track raw ground chicken?
Weigh the raw amount before cooking and select the raw reference matching your blend (standard or breast-only). Do not enter cooked weight against raw per-100g data.
How should I track cooked ground chicken?
Weigh cooked crumbles or patties after cooking and select pan-browned crumbles or patty-cooked reference. Cooked lists higher protein per 100g because water was lost — not because cooking created protein.
How does ground chicken compare with ground turkey?
Per 100g raw, standard ground chicken lists 17.4g protein and 143 kcal vs ground turkey 93/7 at 18.7g protein and 150 kcal. Ground chicken has more potassium (522mg vs 213mg); turkey has more zinc and B12 in USDA references.
How much protein is in 1 lb of ground chicken?
At standard raw values, 1 lb (~454g) provides about 79.2g protein and 649 kcal. At breast-only raw, 1 lb provides about 104.8g protein and 499 kcal.
Important Notice
Standard values from USDA FDC #171116 (ground raw) and #171117 (pan-browned crumbles). Breast-only and patty references are estimated from USDA breast and cooking yield data. Protein targets are mathematical only. Informational use — not medical advice.
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