Is chicken soup good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (1 bowl) has 105 kcal and 12 g protein.
105kcal
12 gprotein
3 gcarbs
5 gfat
Why
- 11.7 g protein per 100 kcal (high; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 105 kcal a serving is 4% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 12 g is 9% of 140 g protein.
The portion to aim for
2 bowls gives 25 g protein in 210 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bowl | 105 | 12 g |
| 2 bowls | 210 | 25 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