Calories in turkey breast

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

Turkey breast (3 oz, 85 g) has 116 calories, with 25.1 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrates and 1.7 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 136 kcal.

Values are for Turkey, retail parts, breast, meat only, cooked, roasted. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

Turkey breast

Per 3 oz (85 g)


Calories116

Protein25.1 g
Carbohydrates0 g
   Fiber0 g
   Sugars0 g
Fat1.7 g
Sodium97 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in turkey breast by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g13629.5 g0 g2 g
1 breast863 g1174254.7 g0 g17 g
3 oz85 g11625.1 g0 g1.7 g
1 oz28 g398.4 g0 g0.6 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 87%Carbs 0%Fat 13%

Turkey breast has a low energy density (1.4 kcal per gram). It provides 21.7 g of protein per 100 kcal, which makes it a lean protein source.

Meat & fish: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Tuna (canned in water)8619.4 g0 g1 g
Shrimp9924 g0.2 g0.3 g
Cod10522.8 g0 g0.9 g
Tilapia12826.1 g0 g2.6 g
Turkey breast13629.5 g0 g2 g
Ham (deli slices)16416.6 g3.6 g8.8 g
Chicken breast16531 g0 g3.6 g
Chicken thigh17924.8 g0 g8.2 g
Salmon20622.1 g0 g12.3 g
Pork chop20925.6 g0 g11.1 g
Chicken wing25423.8 g0 g16.9 g
Sirloin steak25726.8 g0 g15.8 g
Ground beef (80/20)27025.8 g0 g17.8 g
Bacon46833.9 g1.7 g35.1 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 174516. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in turkey breast?

116 calories in 3 oz (85 g), or 136 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in turkey breast?

25.1 g of protein in 3 oz (85 g) (29.5 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in turkey breast?

0 g of carbohydrates in 3 oz (85 g).