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How many calories in
fried chicken?

Fried Chicken is around 252 calories per 100g, with 23g of protein, 9g of carbs, and 14g of fat. Calorie-dense; portion size matters more than you think. Restaurant versions can vary by 30-50% depending on prep — these are mid-range estimates.

252
kcal · 100g
23g
Protein
9g
Carbs
14g
Fat
Servings

Common serving sizes.

Calories scale with portion. Here's how a typical fried chicken serving translates in your tracker:

Serving
Calories
Protein
3 oz (85g)
214 kcal
19.5g
4 oz (113g)
285 kcal
26.0g
1 cup (~150g)
378 kcal
34.5g
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FAQ

Quick answers.

How many calories in fried chicken?

Fried Chicken has approximately 252 calories per 100g. A typical serving — 3 oz (85g) — comes in at 214 calories.

How much protein is in fried chicken?

23g of protein per 100g. That puts fried chicken at roughly 9.1g of protein per 100 calories — a useful lens when comparing to other prepared foods sources.

How do I log fried chicken accurately?

The simplest method: weigh it on a kitchen scale, then enter grams in your tracker. With SpotWell, you can skip the scale — point the camera at the plate and the AI estimates the portion in under a second. Adjust the value if it looks off.

Is fried chicken good for weight loss?

It depends on your overall calorie target. Fried Chicken sits in a moderate calorie range. It can fit any goal — weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain — when portioned to your daily target.