High-protein items at KFC
19 of the 96 single servings in KFC’s nutrition information have 20 g of protein or more. The most is the Wings & Sandwich Big Box, with 56 g at 1,760 calories; for the most protein per calorie it is the Kentucky Grilled Chicken (Breast), with 18.1 g for every 100 calories (38 g in all).
Protein follows portion size, so the largest portions lead the first table; they are usually high in calories and sodium too, shown alongside. The second table puts lean items first. The Daily Value for protein is 50 g, so a serving with 25 g gives half of it.
Most protein per serving
Top 15 of 19
Single servings with at least 20 g of protein, most protein first (ties: fewer calories first).
 Wings & Sandwich Big Box1 order | 1,760 | 56 | 109 | 123 | 4,040 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wings & Tenders Big Box1 order | 1,620 | 55 | 120 | 106 | 3,980 |
| Popcorn Chicken Big Box1 order | 1,470 | 52 | 147 | 77 | 3,980 |
 Original Recipe ChickenBreast, 172 g | 390 | 39 | 11 | 21 | 1,190 |
| Kentucky Grilled ChickenBreast, 131 g | 210 | 38 | 0 | 7 | 710 |
| Hot Ranch 6 Piece Combo1 order | 1,380 | 37 | 70 | 106 | 3,330 |
| Extra Crispy ChickenBreast, 178 g | 530 | 35 | 18 | 35 | 1,150 |
 Spicy Chicken Sandwich1 sandwich | 620 | 34 | 49 | 33 | 2,140 |
 Classic Chicken Sandwich1 sandwich | 650 | 34 | 49 | 35 | 1,260 |
 KFC Famous Bowl1 bowl | 590 | 31 | 67 | 22 | 2,160 |
| Spicy Crispy ChickenBreast, 146 g | 350 | 30 | 11 | 20 | 1,100 |
 Twister1 sandwich | 680 | 29 | 74 | 31 | 1,360 |
 Popcorn Chicken Combo1 order | 940 | 28 | 81 | 56 | 3,070 |
 Chicken Pot Pie1 chicken pot pie | 720 | 26 | 60 | 41 | 1,750 |
 Cheese Curd Snack BoxIndividual, 1 order | 340 | 25 | 15 | 20 | 1,010 |
Most protein per calorie
Top 10 of 19
Servings with at least 20 g of protein, ranked by grams of protein for every 100 calories (published protein divided by published calories).
| Kentucky Grilled ChickenBreast, 131 g | 210 | 38 | 0 | 7 | 710 |
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| Original Recipe ChickenBreast, 172 g | 390 | 39 | 11 | 21 | 1,190 |
| Spicy Crispy ChickenBreast, 146 g | 350 | 30 | 11 | 20 | 1,100 |
| Cheese Curd Snack BoxIndividual, 1 order | 340 | 25 | 15 | 20 | 1,010 |
| Extra Crispy ChickenThigh, 112 g | 330 | 22 | 9 | 23 | 700 |
| KFC Gizzards1 order | 300 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 770 |
 Original Recipe Tenders Kids Meal1 kids meal | 350 | 21 | 39 | 12 | 810 |
| Spicy Chicken Sandwich1 sandwich | 620 | 34 | 49 | 33 | 2,140 |
| KFC Famous Bowl1 bowl | 590 | 31 | 67 | 22 | 2,160 |
| Classic Chicken Sandwich1 sandwich | 650 | 34 | 49 | 35 | 1,260 |
Values are per serving for the size shown, as KFC publishes them; select a column to sort. Each item appears once, at its size that ranks highest. Catering and party sizes, multi-packs, orders of 12 or more pieces, values given per piece and near-zero items such as salt and water are left out. Each item’s page has every size, the full nutrition facts and allergens.
Most protein in each menu section
| Section | Item | Protein g | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limited Time Offers | Wings & Sandwich Big Box | 56 | 1,760 |
| Chicken | Original Recipe ChickenBreast | 39 | 390 |
| Homestyle Sides | Cheese Curd Snack BoxIndividual | 25 | 340 |
| Sandwiches | Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 34 | 620 |
| Pot Pie and Bowls | KFC Famous Bowl | 31 | 590 |
| Kids Meals | Original Recipe Tenders Kids Meal | 21 | 350 |
| Regional Menu Items | KFC Gizzards | 20 | 300 |
Questions
What has the most protein at KFC?
The Wings & Sandwich Big Box, with 56 g of protein and 1,760 calories, according to KFC’s nutrition information. Catering sizes, multi-packs and orders of 12 or more pieces are left out.
What is the highest-protein item at KFC under 500 calories?
The Original Recipe Chicken (Breast), with 39 g of protein at 390 calories.
More from the KFC menu
Full menuHigh-protein items at other chains: McDonald’s, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell, Dunkin', Wendy's, Chipotle, Burger King, Domino's, Subway, Panera Bread, Popeyes, Raising Cane's, Wingstop, Sonic, Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen, Whataburger, Arby's, Jack in the Box, Culver's, Papa Johns.
Across all chains: Fast food with the most protein (24 chains).
Sources
- 1 KFC, KFC Full Nutrition Guide, nutrition menu (served by Nutritionix, linked from kfc.com) Covers nutrition, menu and ingredients · Last updated 10/02/2026 · Checked 8 Oct 2026
- 2 KFC, KFC Food Allergies & Sensitivities, allergen menu (served by Nutritionix, linked from kfc.com) Covers allergens · Last updated 10/02/2026 · Checked 8 Oct 2026
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