Calorie comparison
Fried Chicken Sandwich vs Pasta
Per 100 grams, pasta is the lighter choice by 62 calories, while fried chicken sandwich 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 | Fried Chicken Sandwich | Pasta |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 | 158 |
| Protein | 14 g | 5.8 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 31 g |
| Fat | 9.5 g | 0.9 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
🥪 Fried Chicken Sandwich
1 sandwich (200 g)
440 cal
28 g protein · 40 g carbs · 19 g fat
🍝 Pasta
1 cup cooked (140 g)
221 cal
8.1 g protein · 43.4 g carbs · 1.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, fried chicken sandwich or pasta?
Per 100 g, fried chicken sandwich has 220 calories and pasta has 158. Pasta is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, fried chicken sandwich or pasta?
Fried Chicken Sandwich has 14 g of protein per 100 g; pasta has 5.8 g. Fried Chicken Sandwich wins on protein.
Is fried chicken sandwich or pasta 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 pasta — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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