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Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced

Processed Meat Per 100 g · Per 100g serving

Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced is a food at 79.0 calories per 100g. It is an excellent source of Sodium, providing 1087.0 mg (72% of the Daily Value) per 100g serving. This food is a moderate protein source, virtually fat-free. Our database tracks 77 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, environmental footprint data.

79.0
Calories
kcal
16.8
Protein
g
0.39
Fat
g
2.2
Carbs
g
0
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

💎
Sodium
1,087 mg
72% DV
💪
Protein
16.8 g
30% DV
☀️
Niacin (B3)
3.4 mg
21% DV

Data for 77 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR76.7g
2%
Calories SR79.0kcal
Energy (kJ) SR332kj
Protein SR16.8g
30%
Total Fat SR0.39g
Carbohydrate SR2.2g
2%
Fiber SR0g
Total Sugars SR0.10g
Ash SR3.9g
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR6.0mg
1%
Iron SR0.32mg
4%
Magnesium SR9.0mg
2%
Phosphorus SR60.0mg
9%
Potassium SR67.0mg
2%
Sodium SR1,087mg
72%
Zinc SR0.30mg
3%
Copper SR0.03mg
4%
Manganese SR0.04mg
2%
Selenium SR7.6µg
14%
Vitamins 20
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR0µg
Vitamin A (IU) SR0IU
Retinol SR0µg
Beta-Carotene SR0µg
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR0µg
Vitamin C SR0mg
Vitamin K1 SR0µg
Thiamin (B1) SR0.02mg
2%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.03mg
2%
Niacin (B3) SR3.4mg
21%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.24mg
5%
Vitamin B6 SR0.15mg
12%
Folate SR1.0µg
0%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) SR1.0µg
Folate (DFE) SR1.0µg
Vitamin B12 SR0.09µg
4%
Fatty Acids 7
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR0.13g
Monounsaturated Fat SR0.12g
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.07g
Cholesterol SR36.0mg
Omega-3 EPA SR0.001g
Omega-3 DPA SR0.001g
Omega-3 DHA SR0.002g
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR0g
Capric Acid (10:0) SR0g
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0.001g
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0.004g
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR0.09g
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0.03g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.06g
0%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0.003g
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan SR0.18g
Threonine SR0.69g
Isoleucine SR0.81g
Leucine SR1.2g
Lysine SR1.3g
Methionine SR0.44g
Cystine SR0.23g
Phenylalanine SR0.65g
Tyrosine SR0.53g
Valine SR0.81g
Arginine SR1.1g
Histidine SR0.48g
Alanine SR1.0g
Aspartic Acid SR1.5g
Glutamic Acid SR2.4g
Glycine SR1.2g
Proline SR0.88g
Serine SR0.60g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol SR0g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

-11
NRF9.3 Score
Poor · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Amino Acid Profile

Essential amino acid composition compared to the WHO/FAO adult reference pattern. The Amino Acid Score indicates protein quality — 100 means all essential amino acid requirements are met.

121
Amino Acid Score
Complete
Leucine
Lowest Scoring
18
Amino Acids Tracked

✓ Complete protein — all essential amino acids meet or exceed WHO reference levels.

All Amino Acids (18)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.1810.9
Threonine0.6940.9
Isoleucine0.8148.4
Leucine1.271.5
Lysine1.379.5
Methionine0.4426.0
Cystine0.2313.6
Phenylalanine0.6538.4
Tyrosine0.5331.4
Valine0.8148.0
Arginine1.164.1
Histidine0.4828.5
Alanine1.060.5
Aspartic Acid1.589.3
Glutamic Acid2.4144.4
Glycine1.273.5
Proline0.8852.7
Serine0.6035.8

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Chicken” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Key insights
Vitamin B6 loses up to 42% when simmered. Roasted retains 80%.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Insulin Response

The Insulin Index (II) measures the actual insulin response to food on a scale where white bread = 100. Unlike the Glycemic Index (which only measures blood sugar), the II captures the full hormonal response — including the effect of protein and fat on insulin secretion. This is why high-protein foods like meat and dairy can have significant insulin scores despite having low or zero GI values.

37
Insulin Index
Moderate Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 37
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Macro Model ●● Estimated from macronutrient composition (R²=0.49)

Source: Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Pig Meat” category.

12.3
kg CO₂e / kg
High Impact
17.4
m² land / kg
Land Use
1,796
L water / kg
Water Use
143
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions12.3 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use17.4 m² / kg
Water Use1,796 L / kg
Eutrophication76.4 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification143 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Meat

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Meat” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Tonga
755
2.
Mongolia
643
3.
Argentina
571
4.
China; Macao SAR
546
5.
Marshall Islands
539
6.
Ireland
532
7.
Bahamas
527
8.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
516
9.
Nauru
510
10.
Belarus
498

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+56%
1961: 156 kcal2023: 244 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced?

Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced contains 79.0 kcal per 100 grams, making it a low-calorie food. The energy comes from 16.8g of protein (85% of calories), 0.39g of fat (4%), and 2.2g of carbohydrates (11%). Protein is the primary energy source.

What is Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced is Sodium, providing 1,087 mg per 100g (72% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Protein (30% DV). Our database tracks 77 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced high in protein?

Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced provides 16.8g of protein per 100 grams — a moderate amount. Protein contributes 85% of its calories.

How much fiber is in Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced?

Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced contains no dietary fiber. This is typical for this type of food. Pair with plant-based foods to ensure adequate fiber intake.

What is the insulin index of Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced?

Chicken breast, oven-roasted, fat-free, sliced has a moderate insulin response (II: 37) (estimated from macronutrient composition) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). This is a typical insulin response for most mixed foods. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.