Is boiled eggs good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (2 eggs) has 143 kcal and 13 g protein.
143kcal
13 gprotein
1 gcarbs
10 gfat
Why
- 9.1 g protein per 100 kcal (high; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 143 kcal a serving is 5% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 13 g is 9% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 63% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
4 eggs gives 26 g protein in 286 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 egg | 72 | 7 g |
| 2 eggs | 143 | 13 g |
| 3 eggs | 215 | 20 g |
| 4 eggs | 286 | 26 g |
More protein a serving in grills and eggs
- Paneer tikka391 kcal · 23 g protein · 6 pieces · 150 g
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Whey shake with milk265 kcal · 32 g protein · 1 glass
- Soya chunks curry178 kcal · 16 g protein · 1 katori · 150 g