Food compare · 2026
Ground beef (90/10) vs Chicken breast
Ground beef (90/10) vs Chicken breast compared per 100 g — use protein density, fat profile, and the goal of the swap to pick.
Per 100 g
Macro table
| Metric | Ground beef (90/10) | Chicken breast |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 196 kcal | 165 kcal |
| Protein | 27 g | 31 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 10 g | 3.6 g |
| Fiber | — | — |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 13.8 g | 18.8 g |
Reference macros from AskCalories food pages (USDA FoodData Central where available). Your plate still needs portion and cooking-fat edits.
What each is for
Decision rule
Pick 90/10 ground beef when you want red-meat flavor and iron with moderate fat. Pick chicken breast when protein-per-calorie and low fat are the priority.
Pick Ground beef (90/10) when
Burgers, taco meat, or sauces that need beef flavor.
Pick Chicken breast when
Cuts where every gram of fat is budgeted and lean poultry fits the dish.
Caveats
- Fattier blends (80/20) are a different food. Draining fat changes the cooked macros.
Food notes
🥩 Ground beef (90/10)
Good iron and B12 source. 80/20 has more fat (and flavor); 93/7 is the leanest common option. 90/10 is the daily-driver pick.
🍗 Chicken breast
The default protein source for cuts and bulks alike. 31g protein per 100g cooked, with minimal calorie cost. Pairs with anything; weight loss-friendly.
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