Butter Chicken calories & nutrition
Butter Chicken contains 2608 calories per serving (130% of a 2,000 kcal daily diet), with 89g fat, 114g carbs, and 323g protein. This nutrition data is based on real meals tracked by Arise app users.
What's in Butter Chicken?
| Ingredient | Amount | kcal | Fat | Carb | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butter | 60 g | 430 | 48.6 | 0 | 0.5 |
| Onion | 220 g | 88 | 0.2 | 20.5 | 2.4 |
| Tomato paste | 32 g | 26 | 0.2 | 6 | 1.4 |
| Garlic paste | 30 g | 45 | 0 | 9 | 1.8 |
| Ginger paste | 30 g | 24 | 0.2 | 5.4 | 0.5 |
| Spices (Paprika, Cayenne, Garam Masala, Cumin, Coriander) | 45 g | 145 | 6 | 20 | 5 |
| Crushed fire roasted tomatoes | 400 g | 128 | 0 | 28 | 4 |
| Chicken bouillon | 15 g | 30 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Sugar | 12 g | 48 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Chicken breast | 907 g | 1496 | 32 | 0 | 281 |
| Plain nonfat Greek yogurt | 250 g | 148 | 1 | 9 | 25 |
Macronutrients (Fat, Carbs, Protein) are shown in grams (g).
Ingredient links
Butter · Onion · Tomato paste · Garlic paste · Ginger paste · Spices (Paprika, Cayenne, Garam Masala, Cumin, Coriander) · Crushed fire roasted tomatoes · Chicken bouillon · Sugar · Chicken breast · Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
How does Butter Chicken compare to similar dishes?
| Dish | Weight | kcal | Protein | vs. this dish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acai Bowl with Fruit and Peanut Butter | 315g | 461 | 10g | -2147 kcal, less protein |
| Açaí Bowl with Peanut Butter and Mixed Toppings | 482g | 953 | 26g | -1655 kcal, less protein |
| Beef Stew with Root Vegetables and Buttered Bread | 480g | 839 | 49g | -1769 kcal, less protein |
| Breakfast Plate with Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, and Peanut Butter Toast | 299g | 864 | 41g | -1744 kcal, less protein |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butter Chicken healthy?
In moderation. Butter Chicken is calorie-dense at 130 kcal/100 g. With 323g protein and 114g carbs, it provides good nutrition but watch portion sizes.
Is Butter Chicken good for weight loss?
At 2608 calories per serving, Butter Chicken is calorie-dense. It can fit a weight loss diet if portions are adjusted or paired with lighter options throughout the day.
How much protein is in Butter Chicken?
One serving contains 323g of protein, which is about 323% of the recommended daily protein intake.
What app can track calories in this meal?
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What are the nutrition facts for Butter Chicken?
- Macro split: fat 31%, carbs 17%, protein 52%
- Energy density: 130 kcal/100 g (low)
- Top calorie contributors: Chicken breast, Butter, Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
How long does it take to burn off Butter Chicken?
- Jogging: ~298 min
- Cycling: ~344 min
- Walking: ~639 min
* Assumes a 70 kg person, moderate pace.
How much of your daily intake is Butter Chicken?
- kcal: 130% of daily intake
- Fat: 127% of daily intake
- Carb: 57% of daily intake
- Protein: 323% of daily intake
* Reference intake: 2000 kcal, fat 70 g, carbs 200 g, protein 100 g.
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