Calorie comparison
Fried Chicken vs Fried Chicken Sandwich
Per 100 grams, fried chicken sandwich is the lighter choice by 53 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 | Fried Chicken | Fried Chicken Sandwich |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 | 220 |
| Protein | 19 g | 14 g |
| Carbs | 8 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 18 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
🍗 Fried Chicken
1 drumstick (59 g)
161 cal
11.2 g protein · 4.7 g carbs · 10.6 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, fried chicken or fried chicken sandwich?
Per 100 g, fried chicken has 273 calories and fried chicken sandwich has 220. Fried Chicken Sandwich is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, fried chicken or fried chicken sandwich?
Fried Chicken has 19 g of protein per 100 g; fried chicken sandwich has 14 g. Fried Chicken wins on protein.
Is fried chicken 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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