Calorie comparison
Cheddar Cheese vs Fried Chicken Sandwich
Per 100 grams, fried chicken sandwich is the lighter choice by 183 calories, while cheddar cheese delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Cheddar Cheese | Fried Chicken Sandwich |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 | 220 |
| Protein | 25 g | 14 g |
| Carbs | 1.3 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 33 g | 9.5 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🧀 Cheddar Cheese
1 slice (28 g)
113 cal
7 g protein · 0.4 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
🥪 Fried Chicken Sandwich
1 sandwich (200 g)
440 cal
28 g protein · 40 g carbs · 19 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cheddar cheese or fried chicken sandwich?
Per 100 g, cheddar cheese has 403 calories and fried chicken sandwich has 220. Fried Chicken Sandwich is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cheddar cheese or fried chicken sandwich?
Cheddar Cheese has 25 g of protein per 100 g; fried chicken sandwich has 14 g. Cheddar Cheese wins on protein.
Is cheddar cheese or fried chicken sandwich better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward fried chicken sandwich — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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