Is chicken malai tikka good for weight loss?
Yes. It is one of the better picks. One serving (6 pieces · 150 g) has 305 kcal and 37 g protein.
305kcal
37 gprotein
1 gcarbs
17 gfat
Why
- 12 g protein per 100 kcal (high; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 305 kcal a serving is 17% of a 1,800 kcal fat-loss day, and 37 g is 31% of 120 g protein.
- Fat gives 50% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
6 pieces keeps it to 305 kcal with 37 g protein.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 3 pieces | 153 | 18 g |
| 6 pieces | 305 | 37 g |
| 9 pieces | 458 | 55 g |
More protein per calorie in grills and eggs
- Grilled chicken breast225 kcal · 35 g protein · 150 g cooked
- Chicken tikka243 kcal · 35 g protein · 6 pieces · 150 g
- Egg white omelette85 kcal · 11 g protein · 3 egg whites
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Whey shake with milk265 kcal · 32 g protein · 1 glass
- Chicken soup105 kcal · 12 g protein · 1 bowl