Chicken Biryani Calories and Nutrition
Also known as: Murgh biryani, Hyderabadi biryani
1 regular plate (~300 g) of Chicken Biryani contains 312 calories, 21.5g protein, 40.7g carbs and 7.1g fat — a non-vegetarian dish in the rice dishes category.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 regular plate (~300 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 104 kcal | 312 kcal |
| Protein | 7.15 g | 21.5 g |
| Carbs | 13.55 g | 40.7 g |
| Fat | 2.38 g | 7.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 3.3 g |
| Sugar | 1.88 g | 5.6 g |
| Sodium | 161 mg | 483 mg |
| Saturated fat | 0.91 g | 2.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 75 mg |
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How Chicken Biryani fits in your diet
A 1 regular plate (~300 g) of chicken biryani contributes about 16% of a 2,000-kcal daily target and roughly 43% of an average adult's 50 g daily protein floor. Typically made with basmati rice, chicken, yogurt, onion, ghee/oil, biryani masala.
Layered rice dish of basmati and marinated chicken cooked with whole spices, saffron, fried onions and herbs. Most popular non-veg rice preparation in India. For a balanced Indian plate, pair it with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs or chicken), a sabzi and a small portion of curd or salad. Restaurant or street-style versions can run 20–40% higher in calories because of extra oil, ghee or cream — adjust portion size accordingly.
Cuisine region: south indian.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 plate of chicken biryani?
A standard 300 g plate of chicken biryani has roughly 585 kcal. A large restaurant plate (400 g) can cross 800 kcal once raita and salan are added.
Is chicken biryani good for weight loss?
Biryani is calorie-dense due to ghee and oil. For weight loss, keep portion to 150–200 g, ask for less oil, and pair with cucumber-raita instead of fried snacks.
How much protein is in chicken biryani?
A 300 g plate gives about 30 g of protein. Choose pieces with bone-in chicken to maximise protein density.
Veg biryani vs chicken biryani — which has fewer calories?
Veg biryani has slightly fewer calories (~170 kcal/100 g) but also less protein. Chicken biryani is the better choice if your goal is protein-per-calorie.
Is biryani okay for diabetics?
Occasionally and in controlled portions. The white rice has a high glycemic load — pair with raita, salad and a smaller portion (150 g) to blunt the glucose spike.
Sources
Nutrition values for chicken biryani are sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC 2706538). Per-100 g figures scaled to the selected serving above.
Primary reference: View on USDA FoodData Central
Updated: 17/5/2026