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Chicken Breast vs Beef: Which Is Better for Kidneys?

Comparing Chicken Breast and Beef per 100 g: Chicken Breast rates Moderate, while Beef rates Moderate under CKD stage 3-4 daily limits. The biggest gap is Potassium — Chicken Breast sits at 13% of the daily limit versus 17% for Beef.

Chicken Breast
Moderate Beef
Moderate
Phosphorus
228 mg
23%
202 mg
20%
Sodium
74 mg
4%
68 mg
3%
Potassium
256 mg
13%
333 mg
17%
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Frequently asked questions

Which has more potassium, chicken breast or beef?

Per 100 g, chicken breast contains 256 mg and beef contains 333 mg of potassium.

Is chicken breast or beef better for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, chicken breast is rated moderate and beef is rated moderate. Ratings reflect mineral load per 100 g only — individual advice should come from your healthcare team.

What is the main difference for a CKD diet?

The largest difference is potassium: chicken breast sits at 13% of the daily limit versus 17% for beef. See each food page for the full mineral profile.