Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, breast, meat only
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This is lean, juicy breast meat from a rotisserie chicken, finished with a smoky, sweet BBQ glaze. The texture is tender and moist, with a caramelized, slightly sticky exterior that contrasts the clean, savory meat. It's a high-protein, virtually carb-free powerhouse, delivering nearly 28 grams of protein per 100 grams with minimal fat.
Calorie split: 78% protein · 0% carbs · 22% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the perfect marriage of smoky-sweet BBQ flavor and the satisfying, lean texture of breast meat. It's incredibly versatile—ready to eat on its own, shredded for salads, or tossed into wraps, making it a go-to for quick, flavorful meals.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The BBQ glaze can be high in sodium and added sugars, which may concern those monitoring blood pressure or blood sugar. To counteract, pair it with fiber-rich vegetables like roasted broccoli or a leafy green salad to slow sugar absorption, and choose brands with lower sodium or apply your own lighter glaze at home.
Key benefits
- Exceptionally high in complete protein for muscle repair and satiety.
- Very low in carbohydrates, making it ideal for low-carb or ketogenic diets.
- Rotisserie cooking retains moisture better than many dry-heat methods.
- Provides essential B vitamins like niacin and B6 for energy metabolism.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The rotisserie method, which slowly rotates meat over heat, is one of the oldest cooking techniques in history, dating back to ancient times and used in everything from medieval feasts to modern supermarket hot cases.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 67.8 g |
| Energy | 144 kcal |
| Energy | 604 kj |
| Protein | 28.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 3.6 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 13.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.46 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 246 mg |
| Potassium, K | 284 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 328 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.87 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 23.1 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.13 mg |
| Niacin | 9.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.31 mg |
| Folate, total | 11.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 8.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 8.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 59.8 mg |
| Betaine | 8.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.27 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 5.0 ug |
| Retinol | 5.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 17.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.32 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.07 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.02 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.86 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.69 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.15 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.4 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.24 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.49 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.45 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 86.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.30 g |
| Threonine | 0.68 g |
| Isoleucine | 1.2 g |
| Leucine | 2.4 g |
| Lysine | 2.8 g |
| Methionine | 0.83 g |
| Cystine | 0.30 g |
| Phenylalanine | 1.2 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.95 g |
| Valine | 1.3 g |
| Arginine | 1.8 g |
| Histidine | 1.0 g |
| Alanine | 1.4 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.7 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.2 g |
| Glycine | 1.2 g |
| Proline | 1.1 g |
| Serine | 0.93 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.07 g |
FAQ
Is this the same as regular BBQ chicken?
It's similar, but specifically refers to breast meat from a rotisserie-cooked chicken with a BBQ glaze, meaning it's leaner and has a distinct rotisserie texture compared to grilled or baked BBQ chicken.
Can I eat this on a keto diet?
Yes, it's excellent for keto as it's very low in carbs and high in protein, but check the glaze for hidden sugars—opt for dry-rubbed or lightly sauced versions if possible.
How does it compare to grilled chicken breast?
Rotisserie chicken breast is often juicier due to slow, even cooking, while grilled can be drier if overcooked; the BBQ glaze adds flavor but also calories and sugar compared to plain grilled.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.44 kcal/g · 78% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.15 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.