Chicken and rice calories: the simple meal that can build muscle or quietly blow your cut
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 14, 2026 · 11 min read
Chicken and rice can be a high-protein, high-performance staple for men. But the calorie outcome depends less on the foods themselves and more on portions, oils, sauces, and how you “scale” the meal to your training and waistline goals. “Chicken and rice is a solid base meal for many men because it’s protein plus carbs. ...