Protein in foodsPoultry

How Much Protein Is in Turkey Breast?

24.7g
protein in 3 oz cooked
32.8 g in 4 oz cooked

Turkey breast is about as lean as protein gets, packing a big hit with almost no fat. It is a staple for staying lean while keeping protein high.

Turkey Breast nutrition (roasted, skinless)

Serving
Protein
Calories
Carbs
Fat
3 oz cooked
Protein24.7 g
Calories115
Carbs0 g
Fat1.4 g
4 oz cooked
Protein32.8 g
Calories153
Carbs0 g
Fat1.9 g
2 deli slices
Protein16.5 g
Calories77
Carbs0 g
Fat1 g

Values are approximate, based on USDA FoodData Central, roasted, skinless. Actual numbers vary by brand, cut, and preparation.

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FAQ

Turkey Breast, answered

Turkey Breast has about 24.7 g of protein in 3 oz cooked, and about 32.8 g in 4 oz cooked.

About 115 calories in 3 oz cooked, or about 153 in 4 oz cooked.

Yes. Turkey Breast is a lean, protein-dense choice: about 86% of the calories come from protein, and you get 24.7 g in 3 oz cooked. It is a complete protein, so it carries every essential amino acid your muscles need to rebuild.

Yes. About 86% of the calories in turkey breast come from protein, well above the roughly 40% bar that counts as a high-protein food.