Is chicken shawarma good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (1 roll) has 476 kcal and 24 g protein.
476kcal
24 gprotein
46 gcarbs
22 gfat
Why
- 5 g protein per 100 kcal (moderate; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 476 kcal a serving is 17% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 24 g is 17% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 41% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
- With 46 g carbs it is good fuel before or after training.
The portion to aim for
2 rolls gives 48 g protein in 952 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 roll | 476 | 24 g |
| 2 rolls | 952 | 48 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