Low-carb items at KFC
4 single servings in KFC’s nutrition information have 10 g of total carbohydrate or less and at least 15 g of protein, and 7 more have 11 to 20 g. The most protein among the lowest-carbohydrate group is in the Kentucky Grilled Chicken (Breast): 38 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrate and 210 calories.
Chains publish total carbohydrate, not net carbs, so these tables use total carbohydrate as published. Buns, tortillas, breading, rice and sweet sauces carry most of the carbohydrate on these menus; the section column below skips items under 50 calories so that sauces and plain toppings do not fill it.
10 g of carbohydrate or less
4 items
Single servings with 10 g of total carbohydrate or less and at least 15 g of protein, most protein first.
| Kentucky Grilled ChickenBreast, 131 g | 210 | 38 | 0 | 7 | 710 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Crispy ChickenThigh, 112 g | 330 | 22 | 9 | 23 | 700 |
 Original Recipe ChickenThigh, 104 g | 280 | 19 | 8 | 19 | 910 |
 Kentucky Fried Chicken Nuggets Kids Meal1 kids meal | 170 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 690 |
11 to 20 g of carbohydrate
7 items
Single servings with more than 10 g and up to 20 g of total carbohydrate and at least 15 g of protein, fewest carbohydrates first.
| Original Recipe ChickenBreast, 172 g | 390 | 39 | 11 | 21 | 1,190 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Crispy ChickenBreast, 146 g | 350 | 30 | 11 | 20 | 1,100 |
| KFC Livers1 order | 230 | 17 | 12 | 13 | 750 |
 Cheese Curd Snack BoxIndividual, 1 order | 340 | 25 | 15 | 20 | 1,010 |
 Cheese CurdsIndividual, 1 side | 350 | 17 | 17 | 23 | 640 |
| Extra Crispy ChickenBreast, 178 g | 530 | 35 | 18 | 35 | 1,150 |
| KFC Gizzards1 order | 300 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 770 |
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.
Fewest carbohydrates in each menu section
| Section | Item | Carbs g | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limited Time Offers | Popcorn Chicken | 40 | 620 |
| Chicken | Kentucky Grilled ChickenBreast | 0 | 210 |
| Homestyle Sides | ColeslawIndividual | 14 | 170 |
| Sandwiches | KFC Snacker | 39 | 350 |
| Pot Pie and Bowls | Chicken Pot Pie | 60 | 720 |
| Salads & Dressings | Heinz Buttermilk Dressing | 1 | 160 |
| Desserts | Chocolate Chunk Cookie | 26 | 190 |
| Dipping Sauces & Condiments | Buffalo Ranch - Dipping Sauce Cup | 2 | 120 |
| Kids Meals | Kentucky Fried Chicken Nuggets Kids Meal | 7 | 170 |
| Beverages | Lipton Brisk Raspberry Tea12 fl oz | 20 | 80 |
| Regional Menu Items | KFC Livers | 12 | 230 |
What sauces and dressings add
The Dipping Sauces & Condiments section of the KFC menu lists 17 servings from 5 to 590 calories each, with 0 to 11 g of carbohydrate. The figures above are for each item as KFC serves it as standard; a sauce or dressing ordered on the side is not included, so add it from the Dipping Sauces & Condiments table or in the KFC nutrition calculator.
Questions
What can you eat at KFC on a low-carb diet?
Items with 10 g of total carbohydrate or less and at least 15 g of protein include the Kentucky Grilled Chicken (Breast) with 0 g, the Extra Crispy Chicken (Thigh) with 9 g, the Original Recipe Chicken (Thigh) with 8 g and the Kentucky Fried Chicken Nuggets Kids Meal with 7 g, according to KFC’s nutrition information. Buns, tortillas, breading and sauces add carbohydrate.
Does KFC publish net carbs?
No. KFC publishes total carbohydrate and dietary fiber, not net carbs, so this page ranks by total carbohydrate as published.
More from the KFC menu
Full menuLow-carb items at other chains: Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Subway, Panda Express, Panera Bread.
Across all chains: Low-carb fast food with protein (15 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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