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Butter chicken with ricecalories and macros
One serving of Butter chicken with rice has about 680 kcal, with 38 g protein, 63 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat. That is roughly 23% of calories from protein, 37% from carbs and 40% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein38 g23%
- Carbs63 g37%
- Fat30 g40%
Butter chicken (murgh makhani) is 150 g of yogurt-marinated chicken thigh simmered in a mild sauce of 100 g tomato purée, onion, 10 g of butter and 40 ml of cream, served with 60 g (dry weight) of basmati rice. A serving is roughly 680 kcal with 38 g of protein and 63 g of carbohydrates, most of them from the rice, while the butter, cream and chicken thigh supply the bulk of the 30 g of fat.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~470 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145 kcal | 680 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 38 g | 23% |
| Carbs | 13.4 g | 63 g | 37% |
| Fat | 6.4 g | 30 g | 40% |
How many calories in 100 g of Butter chicken with rice?
A typical serving of Butter chicken with rice weighs about 470 g, so 100 g has about 145 kcal, 8.1 g protein, 13.4 g carbohydrates and 6.4 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 235 g | 340 | 19 g | 31.5 g | 15 g |
| 1 serving | 470 g | 680 | 38 g | 63 g | 30 g |
| 1½ servings | 705 g | 1020 | 57 g | 94.5 g | 45 g |
| 2 servings | 940 g | 1360 | 76 g | 126 g | 60 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 | 8.1 g | 13.4 g | 6.4 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 289 | 16.2 g | 26.8 g | 12.8 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Butter chicken with rice
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Sugars | 12 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 16.4 g | 82% |
| Sodium | 700 mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 1,020 mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 14 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 290 µg | 32% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 µg | 33% |
Allergens in Butter chicken with rice
- Milk
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Butter chicken with rice fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Butter chicken with rice?
For a 70 kg adult, the 680 kcal in one serving is about 159 minutes of comfortable walking or 116 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 159 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 116 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Yogurt-marinated chicken thigh simmered in a mild, buttery tomato and cream sauce, served with basmati rice.
- 150g Chicken Thigh (boneless)
- 60g Basmati Rice (dry)
- 100g Tomato Purée
- 40ml Cream, 10g Butter
- 30g Yogurt, Onion, Garam Masala, Garlic, Ginger
How to make it
- Cut 150 g chicken thigh into pieces and mix with 30 g yogurt, grated garlic and ginger, half the garam masala and salt. Leave for 15 minutes.
- Rinse 60 g basmati rice and cook it in about 120 ml salted water, covered, over low heat for 12 minutes, then let it rest.
- Sear the chicken in a hot non-stick pan for 4 to 5 minutes until browned, then set it aside.
- Melt 10 g butter in the same pan, soften the chopped onion for 4 minutes, add 100 g tomato purée and the remaining garam masala and simmer for 8 minutes.
- Stir in 40 ml cream, return the chicken and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce is silky and the chicken is cooked through.
- Season to taste and serve over the rice.
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How to make it lighter
- Swap the cream for extra yogurt stirred in off the heat, and halve the butter; the sauce stays rich and loses much of its fat.
- Use chicken breast instead of thigh for a leaner, higher-protein version.
- Keep the rice to a modest scoop and add a side of cucumber raita or salad rather than naan.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Butter chicken with rice?
A typical serving of Butter chicken with rice has about 680 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Butter chicken with rice?
About 145 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 470 g with 680 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Butter chicken with rice high in protein?
Yes. With about 38 g of protein per serving (23% of its calories), Butter chicken with rice is a good protein source.
Can I eat Butter chicken with rice while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Butter chicken with rice?
Roughly 159 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 116 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Butter chicken with rice vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Butter chicken with rice contains meat or fish.
Is Butter chicken with rice gluten-free?
A typical serving is made without gluten-containing ingredients. If you have coeliac disease, check every label for cross-contamination.
How can I make Butter chicken with rice lighter?
Swap the cream for extra yogurt stirred in off the heat, and halve the butter; the sauce stays rich and loses much of its fat. Use chicken breast instead of thigh for a leaner, higher-protein version. Keep the rice to a modest scoop and add a side of cucumber raita or salad rather than naan.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (470 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.