Sirloin steak vs Chicken breast
Sirloin steak vs Chicken breast compared per 100 g — use protein density, fat profile, and the goal of the swap to pick.
Macro table
| Metric | Sirloin steak | Chicken breast |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 206 kcal | 165 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g | 31 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 9 g | 3.6 g |
| Fiber | — | — |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 14.6 g | 18.8 g |
Reference macros from AskCalories food pages (USDA FoodData Central where available). Your plate still needs portion and cooking-fat edits.
Decision rule
Pick sirloin when you want steak flavor with a relatively lean beef cut. Pick chicken breast when protein-per-calorie and budget lean protein win.
Pick Sirloin steak when
Steak dinners where sirloin is lean enough for the day’s fat budget.
Pick Chicken breast when
High-volume meal prep and the leanest common animal protein.
Caveats
- Ribeye and other marbled cuts are not this comparison. Trim and cooking fat matter.
Food notes
🥩 Sirloin steak
Iron, zinc, B12 powerhouse. Higher fat cuts (ribeye ~280 kcal/100g) cost more calories for similar protein.
🍗 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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