KFC, Fried Chicken, EXTRA CRISPY, Wing, meat and skin with breading
Whole food · Fast Foods
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This is a single, deep-fried chicken wing section from KFC, coated in their signature Extra Crispy breading. The experience is a loud, satisfying crunch giving way to juicy, seasoned meat, with a rich, savory flavor profile. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense, high-fat item, packing 337 kcal and 23g of fat per 100g.
Calorie split: 25% protein · 14% carbs · 61% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the irresistible contrast between the shatteringly crisp, seasoned breading and the tender, juicy meat inside. It's a cultural icon of comfort food and casual dining, often enjoyed as a shareable snack or part of a larger meal.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high fat and sodium content can be problematic for heart health and blood pressure management. The refined breading offers little fiber, potentially leading to quicker hunger. To counteract, pair with a fiber-rich side salad or steamed vegetables, practice strict portion control (e.g., limit to 1-2 wings), and drink plenty of water to help manage sodium intake.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of high-quality protein (20.8g per 100g)
- Provides essential minerals like iron and zinc
- A convenient, ready-to-eat source of energy
- The crispy coating can enhance meal satisfaction
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
KFC's 'Extra Crispy' recipe was developed in the 1970s as a direct competitor to the rising popularity of other fast-food fried chicken chains, using a different pressure fryer and a more heavily seasoned flour blend.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 41.9 g |
| Energy | 337 kcal |
| Energy | 1409 kj |
| Protein | 20.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 23.0 g |
| Ash | 2.6 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 11.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 35.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.79 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 192 mg |
| Potassium, K | 223 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 765 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.2 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.48 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.19 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 23.0 ug |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg |
| Niacin | 5.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.28 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.39 ug |
| Retinol | 23.0 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 4.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.5 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.4 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.72 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.72 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.6 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 6.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.08 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 8.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 8.0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 7.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.40 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.38 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.15 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.07 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.01 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.06 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.08 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.08 g |
| Cholesterol | 107 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.16 g |
| Threonine | 0.69 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.61 g |
| Leucine | 1.3 g |
| Lysine | 0.90 g |
| Methionine | 0.30 g |
| Cystine | 0.24 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.80 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.64 g |
| Valine | 0.76 g |
| Arginine | 1.2 g |
| Histidine | 0.50 g |
| Alanine | 1.2 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.4 g |
| Glutamic acid | 4.9 g |
| Glycine | 1.7 g |
| Proline | 1.7 g |
| Serine | 0.81 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.55 g |
FAQ
Is the Extra Crispy wing spicier than the Original Recipe?
Not necessarily. 'Extra Crispy' refers to the thicker, more textured breading and frying method, not the heat level. Spiciness is determined by separate menu items like 'Hot Wings'.
How is it different from a standard chicken wing?
A standard wing is often grilled or lightly breaded. The KFC Extra Crispy wing is uniformly and heavily coated in a seasoned flour blend, then deep-fried to create a distinct, crunchy shell.
Can I reheat it to maintain crispiness?
Yes, but avoid the microwave. Use an oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 5-10 minutes to re-crisp the skin and heat the meat through without making it soggy.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.37 kcal/g · 25% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.43 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.