Chicken Breast (cooked): GI, GL, Carbs & Blood Sugar Impact

Glycemic index of chicken breast (no established value — zero carbohydrate), and why chicken breast is a diabetes-friendly protein.

Category: Protein · Nutrition data source: USDA FoodData Central · GI source: International Tables of GI & GL Values / University of Sydney · Last verified:

n/a Glycemic Index No established value

n/a Estimated GL 100 g cooked

0.0 g Carbohydrate per 100 g cooked

0.0 g Fiber per 100 g cooked

Does Chicken Breast Raise Blood Sugar?

Chicken breast contains no carbohydrate, so it has no GI and no direct glycemic impact. It is a cornerstone protein for diabetes-friendly meals.

How to Eat It

The preparation decides: grilled or roasted breast with vegetables is low-impact; breaded, battered, or sauce-heavy versions bring the carbohydrate back in. Watch marinades — many are sugar-forward.

Nutrition Facts (Chicken Breast (cooked))

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving
Calories	165 kcal	165 kcal
Carbohydrate	0 g	0.0 g
Fiber	0 g	0.0 g
Sugars	0 g	0.0 g
Protein	31 g	31.0 g
Fat	3.6 g	3.6 g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (generic food item, per 100 g edible portion). Values may differ from brand-specific products.

Glycemic Index

Not established. No established GI - no carbohydrate.

Sources: International Tables of Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Values (2008/2021); University of Sydney GI Database (glycemicindex.com). GI values are reported relative to a glucose reference.

Learn more: What is GI? · What is GL? · GI vs GL

Estimated Glycemic Load

Not applicable — no established GI value.

Diabetes consideration: Zero-carb protein; a cornerstone of low-impact meals. Watch breading and sauces.

What can change the impact?

Breading / sauces
Cooking method

GI values can vary with variety, ripeness, preparation and testing conditions. The value above is a typical published figure, not a universal prediction for every individual or every serving.

DMSafeHaven provides educational information based on publicly available nutrition databases and published research. It is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Nutrition values: USDA FoodData Central (CC0). GI values: published tables (see methodology). GI/GL estimates do not predict any individual's glucose response — test your own blood glucose with your care team's guidance.