This KFC calorie calculator adds up calories, protein, carbs, fat, sodium, fiber and sugar for any KFC order. Search 37 menu items, tap plus to add them, or start from a quick meal, and the nutrition label and macro split update as you go.
The KFC calorie calculator uses the nutrition values KFC publishes for each item, compiled for a standard serving or a medium size where an item comes in sizes. A Extra Crispy Chicken Breast has 530 calories, and the highest calorie item in the calculator is the Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle Sandwich at 1,010. Check www.kfc.com before you order, since recipes change.
Also see the KFC nutrition facts, the KFC menu prices, or browse all nutrition calculators.
Overview
KFC calories by menu category
Categories · items · calories · protein
KFC items range from 35 to 1,010 calories, and the KFC calorie calculator covers 7 menu categories.
KFC calories and protein by category
| Category | Items | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken | 5 | 70 to 1,010 | 9 to 35 g |
| Desserts | 8 | 80 to 300 | 1 to 5 g |
| Other | 4 | 35 to 300 | 0 to 20 g |
| Pot Pie, Bowls & Value Boxes | 4 | 540 to 720 | 15 to 27 g |
| Salads & More | 4 | 35 to 160 | 0 to 3 g |
| Sandwiches | 5 | 310 to 630 | 14 to 28 g |
| Sides | 7 | 70 to 640 | 0 to 12 g |
Use the KFC calorie calculator below to combine any items. For full tables with fat, sodium, fiber and sugar for every item, see the KFC nutrition facts.
Calculator
KFC calorie calculator: build your order
Calories, macros, sodium and % daily values
Use the KFC calorie calculator below: search or filter by category, tap plus to add items, and the totals, nutrition label and macro bar update live.
Quick start
Your order
Nutrition Facts
% Daily Value is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are per standard serving as published for each item.Your order is saved in the page address, so Copy share link sends the exact order to a friend, and Copy as text gives a one line summary for a food diary.
How to use
How to use the KFC calorie calculator
Four quick steps
To use the KFC calorie calculator, pick a quick start or search the menu, add items with plus and minus, then read the calories, macros and sodium on the right.
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Start fast
Tap Popular order, Lighter meal or High protein to load a ready KFC meal.
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Find items
Search by name or tap a category to filter the list.
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Set quantities
Use plus and minus. Each tap adds one standard serving.
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Read the label
Check calories, protein, carbs, fat, sodium, fiber, sugar and % daily values.
Meals
KFC meal calories
Three ready orders
A popular KFC order of Extra Crispy Chicken Breast, Caesar Side Salad without Dressing & Croutons has about 570 calories, a lighter meal of Original Recipe Chicken Thigh, Caesar Side Salad without Dressing & Croutons has about 320 and a high protein order of Extra Crispy Chicken Breast, Crispy Twister has 63 g of protein.
KFC calories for sample meals
| Meal | Calories | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Sodium (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popular order: Extra Crispy Chicken Breast, Caesar Side Salad without Dressing & Croutons | 570 | 38 | 20 | 1,240 |
| Lighter meal: Original Recipe Chicken Thigh, Caesar Side Salad without Dressing & Croutons | 320 | 22 | 10 | 1,000 |
| High protein: Extra Crispy Chicken Breast, Crispy Twister | 1,160 | 63 | 71 | 2,410 |
Lighter
Lowest calorie KFC items
Under the radar picks
The lowest calorie KFC main items are the Original Recipe Chicken Thigh at 280 calories and the Gizzards at 300, so you can add them in the calculator and stay under 600 calories.
Lowest calorie KFC items
| Item | Calories | Protein (g) | Sodium (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Recipe Chicken Thigh | 280 | 19 | 910 |
| Gizzards | 300 | 20 | 770 |
| Chicken Littles (Buffalo) | 310 | 14 | 790 |
| Honey BBQ Sandwich | 350 | 24 | 1,350 |
| Crispy Colonel Sandwich (Buffalo) | 500 | 24 | 1,500 |
| Extra Crispy Chicken Breast | 530 | 35 | 1,150 |
Protein
Highest protein KFC items
For macro counting
For KFC macros, the highest protein items are the Extra Crispy Chicken Breast with 35 g and the Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle Sandwich with 33 g of protein.
Highest protein KFC items
| Item | Protein (g) | Calories | Calories from protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Crispy Chicken Breast | 35 | 530 | 26% |
| Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle Sandwich | 33 | 1,010 | 13% |
| Crispy Twister | 28 | 630 | 18% |
| Mac & Cheese Bowl | 27 | 660 | 16% |
| Chicken Pot Pie | 26 | 720 | 14% |
| Crispy Colonel Sandwich (Buffalo) | 24 | 500 | 19% |
See every item with fat, sugar and fiber in the KFC nutrition facts.
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FAQ
KFC Calorie Calculator FAQs
Q1How does the KFC calorie calculator work?
Add any KFC items with plus and minus, and the KFC calorie calculator totals calories, protein, carbs, fat, sodium, fiber and sugar with % daily values.
Q2How many items are in the KFC calculator?
37 items across 7 categories.
Q3How many calories are in a Extra Crispy Chicken Breast?
530 calories.
Q4What is the lowest calorie KFC item?
The Original Recipe Chicken Thigh, at 280 calories, among main items.
Q5Which KFC item has the most protein?
The Extra Crispy Chicken Breast, with 35 g of protein.
Q6What is the highest calorie KFC item?
The Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle Sandwich, at 1,010 calories.
Q7How many calories are in a popular order?
About 570 calories for Extra Crispy Chicken Breast, Caesar Side Salad without Dressing & Croutons.
Q8Is this a KFC calorie calculator too?
Yes. The KFC calorie calculator view shows calories first, then protein, carbs, fat and sodium.
Q9Are sizes included?
Items that come in sizes use the medium or regular size.
Q10Is KFC high in sodium?
Many main items have 800 mg or more; the lowest sodium mains include the Gizzards at 770 mg.
Q11Where does the nutrition data come from?
From the nutrition information KFC publishes, for a standard serving.
Q12Where can I see every KFC nutrition fact?
On our KFC nutrition facts page, which lists every item in full.
