Meat

How much protein is in turkey breast?

One slice of turkey breast (28 g) has about 8.1 g of protein. Per 100 g, that is 29 g.

Roast turkey breast is as lean as chicken breast and works just as well in sandwiches, salads and bowls.

Turkey breast

8.1 gprotein per slice

Protein in turkey breast by portion

PortionProtein
100 g29 g
slice (28 g)8.1 g

Typical values, cooked weight. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.

How turkey breast compares

Turkey breast ranks #8 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:

How much turkey breast to hit your target

103 gof turkey breast gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
6%of a 126 g daily target in one slice of turkey breast
23%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g

126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.

Questions about protein in turkey breast

How much protein is in one slice of turkey breast?

One slice of turkey breast (28 g) has about 8.1 g of protein. Per 100 g, turkey breast has 29 g.

Is turkey breast high in protein?

Yes. With 29 g of protein per 100 g, turkey breast is one of the more protein-dense foods, ranking #8 of the 44 foods in our list.

How much turkey breast do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 103 g, or about 3.5 slices, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.

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