Is chilli chicken good for muscle gain?
Yes. One serving is a full protein meal. One serving (1 plate · 200 g) has 354 kcal and 30 g protein.
354kcal
30 gprotein
16 gcarbs
19 gfat
Why
- 8.4 g protein per 100 kcal (high; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 354 kcal a serving is 13% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 30 g is 21% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 48% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
1 plate gives 30 g protein in 354 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| ½ plate | 177 | 15 g |
| 1 plate | 354 | 30 g |
| 1½ plate | 531 | 45 g |
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Grilled chicken breast225 kcal · 35 g protein · 150 g cooked
- Chicken tikka243 kcal · 35 g protein · 6 pieces · 150 g