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Calories in 1 katori butter chicken

Nutrition facts, healthier choices and weight-loss tips. Reviewed by Dt. Alka Pal, Clinical Dietitian.

Quick answer: 1 katori butter chicken (about 150 g) has about 300 to 400 calories, with about 22 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate, 22 g fat and 1 g fibre.

Nutrition facts per serving

NutrientAmount
Caloriesabout 300 to 400 kcal
Protein22 g
Carbohydrate8 g
Fat22 g
Fibre1 g

Calories in common variations

ServingApprox. calories
1 katori home-style chicken curryabout 220 to 280 kcal
6 pieces chicken tikkaabout 250 to 300 kcal

Is butter chicken good for weight loss?

Butter chicken is high in fat from butter and cream. Choose chicken tikka or home-style chicken curry more often, and keep butter chicken occasional.

Healthier ways to eat butter chicken

  • Choose tandoori chicken or tikka for fewer calories.
  • Pair it with roti instead of butter naan.
  • At home, use yoghurt and less butter, and skip cream.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in butter chicken?

1 katori butter chicken (about 150 g) has about 300 to 400 calories.

How much protein is in butter chicken?

About 20 to 25 g per katori.

Is butter chicken good for weight loss?

Not regularly. Tikka or home-style curry is a better choice.

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Reviewed by Dt. Alka Pal, Clinical Dietitian, M.Sc. (Foods & Nutrition), Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education, 10+ years of experience. Values are approximate and vary with portion size, brand and cooking method. For general information; not a substitute for personal medical advice.

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Reviewed by Dt. Alka Pal, Clinical Dietitian and Nutritionist, M.Sc. (Foods & Nutrition), Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education, 10+ years of experience. Values are approximate and vary with size, recipe and cooking method. For general information only; not a substitute for personal medical advice.