Fast-food fried chicken
Fast-food fried chicken is a popular dish made from chicken pieces coated in seasoned flour or batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden. It typically uses chicken parts like wings, drumsticks, or breasts, and is a staple of American fast-food culture, now enjoyed worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat and protein due to the fried coating and chicken, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the breading. A typical serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, providing key nutrients like protein, iron, and B vitamins, but also significant sodium and saturated fat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 7 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
Per 1 piece (140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, fast-food fried chicken has become a global comfort food, with regional variations like Korean-style spicy or Japanese karaage. Nutritionally, the double-cooking method (often brined and fried) enhances juiciness but amplifies calorie density, making it a treat best enjoyed in moderation.
