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Calories in Butter chicken

Butter chicken has about 160 calories per 100 g, with 10 g protein, 11 g fat and 6 g carbs.

Quick answer

160 kcal

calories per 100 g

Protein
10 g
Fat
11 g
Carbs
6 g

These are reference values. Ingredients and preparation can change the result.

Macros in Butter chicken

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480 kcal

Protein
30 g
Fat
33 g
Carbs
18 g

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Nutrition table

PortionCaloriesProteinFatCarbs
50 g80 kcal5 g5.5 g3 g
100 g160 kcal10 g11 g6 g
200 g320 kcal20 g22 g12 g
300 g480 kcal30 g33 g18 g

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What changes the calories?

Oil, sauces, sugar, toppings, cooking method and portion weight can change butter chicken calories quickly.

FAQ

How many calories are in butter chicken?

Butter chicken has about 160 calories per 100 g. A typical serving (300 g) has about 480 calories.

How much protein is in butter chicken?

Butter chicken has about 10 g protein per 100 g and about 30 g protein per serving.

Is butter chicken good for calorie tracking?

Yes, as long as you track portion size. The biggest source of error is usually weight, sauces, oil and mixed ingredients.

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Data sources

Reference values are compiled from USDA FoodData Central, Open Food Facts and curated food databases. Your actual portion may differ by recipe, brand and cooking method.

Nutrition data methodology

Nutrition values are estimates for calorie tracking and may vary by recipe, brand, cooking method and portion size. Not medical advice.

Last updated: July 24, 2026