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Nutrition Breakdown

KFC Calories — Lowest to Highest

Browse calorie values for KFC menu items, with official nutrition where available and estimated calories for uncovered items. Updated July 2026.

Coverage

100%

Average Calories

286 kcal

Lowest Item

10 kcal

Highest Item

577 kcal

62 / 62 items resolved USDA database: 59 Estimated: 3

Lowest Calorie Items at KFC

Use this ranking to find lighter menu options quickly

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# Item Category Source Calories
1 Bottled Water drinks Estimated 10 kcal
2 Sweet Tea drinks USDA 28 kcal
3 Pepsi drinks USDA 45 kcal
4 Moutain Dew drinks USDA 46 kcal
5 Moutain Dew Sweet Lightning drinks USDA 46 kcal
6 Whole Kernel Corn sides USDA 64 kcal
7 Colonel Lemonade drinks USDA 93 kcal
8 A La Carte Drum sides USDA 108 kcal
9 Mashed Potatoes & Gravy sides USDA 120 kcal
10 Honey BBQ Sauce sauces USDA 125 kcal
11 Cole Slaw sides USDA 136 kcal
12 2 Pc Combo combo meals USDA 159 kcal
13 Famous Bowl pot pies & bowls USDA 161 kcal
14 Chicken Little sandwiches USDA 176 kcal
15 Chicken Littles Combo combo meals USDA 176 kcal
16 Mac & Cheese sides USDA 212 kcal
17 16 Pc Chicken family meals USDA 218 kcal
18 Gravy sides USDA 224 kcal
19 A La Carte Thigh sides USDA 226 kcal
20 8 Pc Chicken family meals USDA 232 kcal
21 Popcorn Nuggets sides USDA 236 kcal
22 Classic Chicken Sandwich sandwiches USDA 242 kcal
23 Classic Chicken Sandwich Box combo meals USDA 242 kcal
24 Classic Chicken Sandwich Combo combo meals USDA 242 kcal
25 Spicy Chicken Sandwich sandwiches USDA 263 kcal
26 Pot Pie pot pies & bowls USDA 271 kcal
27 Pot Pie Meal pot pies & bowls USDA 271 kcal
28 Diet Pepsi drinks USDA 272 kcal
29 Honey Mustard Sauce sauces USDA 275 kcal
30 12 Pc Chicken family meals USDA 280 kcal
Nutrition sync is temporarily paused Missing official items: 3

Highest Calorie Items

Top calorie-dense picks based on current nutrition data

4 Pc Chicken Combo

combo meals 577 kcal

4 Pc Tenders Combo

combo meals 577 kcal

Buffalo Ranch

sauces 571 kcal

A La Carte Breast

sides 512 kcal

A La Carte Tender

sides 512 kcal

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How Estimated Calories Are Calculated

When official nutrition is unavailable, calorie values are estimated using menu-item keywords and then adjusted by portion size. These values are directional for comparison, not medical nutrition advice.

  • Base estimate: item-name tokens (for example burger, fries, salad, pizza, shake) map to baseline calorie ranges.
  • Portion weighting: ounce and gram values adjust the estimate (about 8 oz = 1.0x, about 230 g = 1.0x), then the value is capped within a safe range.
  • Size modifiers: small/kids items apply a lower multiplier, while large/xl/family/double items apply a higher multiplier.
  • Final output: estimates are rounded to whole calories and shown as Estimated in the source column.

KFC Calories — Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about calorie values, estimates, and nutrition coverage.

How many KFC items have calorie data?
KFC currently has calorie values for 62 of 62 menu items (100% coverage). We first use official nutrition sources when available, then apply estimation fallback for unresolved items.

What is the lowest-calorie item at KFC?
The lightest item currently tracked is Bottled Water at approximately 10 kcal. Use the ranked table to find other low-calorie meal choices.

Are KFC calorie values official or estimated?
This page uses a hybrid model: 59 items use USDA database estimates, while 3 items are algorithmic estimates. Both are directional for comparison, not medical guidance.

Where can I compare calories and prices together?
Use the KFC full menu prices page for price-focused browsing and the cheapest menu items page for budget picks. This calories page is built for nutrition-first filtering.

How to Use This Calories Page

Use this page to compare low-calorie and high-calorie items quickly before ordering. Official values are used where available, and estimated values fill the coverage gap for broad menu discovery.

Estimated values are directional and may vary by location, preparation style, and serving size. For strict dietary planning, cross-check with the official restaurant nutrition statement when available.