Is paneer tikka good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (6 pieces · 150 g) has 391 kcal and 23 g protein.
391kcal
23 gprotein
6 gcarbs
31 gfat
Why
- 5.8 g protein per 100 kcal (moderate; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 391 kcal a serving is 14% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 23 g is 16% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 71% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
9 pieces gives 34 g protein in 586 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 3 pieces | 195 | 11 g |
| 6 pieces | 391 | 23 g |
| 9 pieces | 586 | 34 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