100 g cooked
Chicken Breast
165 kcal | P 31g | C 0g | F 3.6g
Calories in chicken breastFood category
High protein foods
A curated list of high protein foods with calories and macros for people building meals around protein targets.
Quick answer
High protein foods give users more control over fullness, recovery, and body composition goals. This category highlights practical staples with strong protein relative to calories.
Included foods
Foods featured in high protein foods
170 g plain nonfat
Greek Yogurt
100 kcal | P 17g | C 6g | F 0.7g
Calories in greek yogurt1 cup (226 g)
Cottage Cheese (1% Low-Fat)
163 kcal | P 28g | C 6g | F 2.3g
Calories in cottage cheese (1% low-fat)100 g cooked
Shrimp
99 kcal | P 24g | C 0.2g | F 0.3g
Calories in shrimp100 g cooked
Salmon
206 kcal | P 22g | C 0g | F 12g
Calories in salmon1 large egg
Egg
72 kcal | P 6.3g | C 0.4g | F 4.8g
Calories in egg100 g cooked
Lean Ground Beef (93%)
183 kcal | P 23g | C 0g | F 9.4g
Calories in lean ground beef (93%)100 g cooked
Pork Tenderloin
143 kcal | P 26g | C 0g | F 4g
Calories in pork tenderloin100 g
Firm Tofu
144 kcal | P 17g | C 3g | F 8.7g
Calories in firm tofuTakeaways
What matters most in this category
- Lean proteins usually deliver the best protein-per-calorie ratio
- Whole-food proteins and convenient proteins can both play a role
- Protein target success improves when it is spread across meals
FAQ
Common category questions
What foods are highest in protein?
Lean meats, Greek yogurt, eggs, and some fish are among the most practical whole-food protein sources for many people.
Are high protein foods always low calorie?
No. Some protein sources are also high in fat, which raises calories. The ratio matters, not only the absolute protein number.
How can I use this list?
Use it to build meals around one reliable protein source, then add carbs and fats based on your target and preference.