Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 High Animal Protein
Chicken breast contains animal protein (about 31g per 100g). The AUA recommends limiting non-dairy animal protein to 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal. Reference guide, not an official standard.
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 oz | 113 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 4 oz | 226 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 4 oz | 56 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Should I avoid Chicken breast if I have kidney stones?
Yep, you're good. Chicken breast clocks in at 0 mg oxalate per 4 oz — way under the 25 mg cutoff. Eat it without the stress. Measured by Harvard, not guessed.
How much oxalate is in Chicken breast?
One 4 oz of Chicken breast = 0 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 0 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.
Is Chicken breast low or high oxalate?
Low. 0 mg per 4 oz puts Chicken breast firmly in the low-oxalate category. Safe for regular eating if you're managing kidney stones.
What can I eat instead of Chicken breast?
Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods — every 🟢 green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Chicken breast. Same food group, way less oxalate.
Does Chicken breast have a lot of animal protein?
Yeah, Chicken breast is an animal protein source. That matters because excess animal protein raises uric acid and urinary calcium — both stone promoters. Keep portions around 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal.
How much sodium does Chicken breast have?
Low sodium: 74 mg/100g. That's a non-issue for kidney stones. Just don't undo it by drowning it in salt during cooking.