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Chicken Rice (plain)

A solid protein hit, and fairly balanced overall, a smart everyday choice.

๐Ÿ’ช High Protein
Chicken Rice (plain)
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Calories per serving
515 kcal
Usually 480โ€“550 kcal. Varies by stall and portion.
๐Ÿ’ช
28g
Protein
High
๐ŸŒพ
52g
Carbs
Moderate
๐Ÿ”ฅ
16g
Fat
Moderate
Blood Sugar Impact
โ— Medium

A moderate amount of carbs. Pairing it with protein and fibre gives a steadier rise rather than a sharp spike. General guide, not medical advice.

๐Ÿ— Protein Density

Based on protein per 100 calories

Good Choice

High Protein HeroGreat source of protein for the calories
Good ChoiceDecent protein. Room to improve
Could Be BetterLower in protein. Consider pairing

Coach Tip

Ask for less rice and remove the skin, saves about 180 calories. Add a boiled egg for extra protein.

Coach Chin HockChin Hock TanFounder & Coach

Eat it smarter

  • โœ“Ask for less rice or noodles to cut the carbs
  • โœ“Add a side of vegetables for fullness
  • โœ“Drink water or kopi kosong instead of a sweet drink

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Chicken Rice (plain) shows up on menus from the kopitiam to the food court, so the calories are worth knowing. A normal serving lands around 515 calories, though it can run from 480 to 550 depending on the stall, the portion and how it is cooked. At 28g of protein it gives you a decent amount to stay full. On the whole it is a smart everyday choice when you are watching your weight.

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Common questions

How many calories are in Chicken Rice (plain)?โ€บ

A typical serving of Chicken Rice (plain) has about 515 calories, usually somewhere between 480 and 550 depending on the stall and portion size.

Is Chicken Rice (plain) good for weight loss?โ€บ

Yes, Chicken Rice (plain) can fit a fat-loss plan well. With 28g of protein and a moderate calorie count, it keeps you full without blowing your day, as long as you stick to one serving.

What are the macros in Chicken Rice (plain)?โ€บ

One serving of Chicken Rice (plain) has roughly 28g protein, 52g carbs and 16g fat, for about 515 calories in total.

Nutrition information is based on typical recipes and publicly available data. Actual values may vary.
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