This resource for health professionals highlights how lean pork compares favorably to skinless chicken in terms of saturated fat, cholesterol, calories, and protein content. According to Health Canada’s Canadian Nutrient File, pork tenderloin is as lean as skinless chicken breast—and many other pork cuts, when trimmed of visible fat, also qualify as lean.
The fact sheet outlines how lean pork:
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Matches or exceeds chicken in protein per 100 g serving
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Contains similar or lower levels of saturated fat and dietary cholesterol
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It is a heart-healthy, diabetes-friendly, and budget-conscious protein option
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Fits nicely into evidence-based eating patterns like the DASH and Mediterranean diets
Download the full Pork vs. Chicken fact sheet to explore nutritional data and research references that support the role of lean pork in a healthy diet.
