Calorie comparison
Cheeseburger vs Fried Chicken
Per 100 grams, cheeseburger is the lighter choice by 21 calories, while fried chicken 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 | Cheeseburger | Fried Chicken |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 | 273 |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 19 g |
| Carbs | 26.9 g | 8 g |
| Fat | 10.9 g | 18 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
🍔 Cheeseburger
1 burger (119 g)
300 cal
15 g protein · 32 g carbs · 13 g fat
🍗 Fried Chicken
1 drumstick (59 g)
161 cal
11.2 g protein · 4.7 g carbs · 10.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cheeseburger or fried chicken?
Per 100 g, cheeseburger has 252 calories and fried chicken has 273. Cheeseburger is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cheeseburger or fried chicken?
Cheeseburger has 12.6 g of protein per 100 g; fried chicken has 19 g. Fried Chicken wins on protein.
Is cheeseburger or fried chicken 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 cheeseburger — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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