Is chicken lollipop good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (4 pieces) has 404 kcal and 24 g protein.
404kcal
24 gprotein
11 gcarbs
30 gfat
Why
- 6 g protein per 100 kcal (moderate; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 404 kcal a serving is 14% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 24 g is 17% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 66% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
6 pieces gives 36 g protein in 605 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 2 pieces | 202 | 12 g |
| 4 pieces | 404 | 24 g |
| 6 pieces | 605 | 36 g |
More protein a serving in chicken dishes
- Chilli chicken354 kcal · 30 g protein · 1 plate · 200 g
- Chicken 65341 kcal · 30 g protein · 1 plate · 150 g
- Chicken tikka masala276 kcal · 29 g protein · 1 katori · 200 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