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Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Calories
Breaded chicken burger with cheese, lettuce, tomato and sauces
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (whole) of Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger (326 g) has 590 calories. That works out to 181 calories per 100 g. It contains 50.9 g of carbs, 27.1 g of protein, 31 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 42.4 µg of Selenium covers 77% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 326 g
590
KCAL / 326G
Carbs
50.9g
· 19% DV
Protein
27.1g
· 54% DV
Fat
31g
· 40% DV
Fiber
3.6g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 18% · Fat 48%
Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger nutrition facts table · 1 piece (whole) (326 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 590 kcal | |
| Total fat | 31 g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 8.48 g | 42% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 1483 mg | 64% |
| Total carbohydrate | 50.9 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% |
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (whole) | 326 g | 590 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 51 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 181 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 163 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 163 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 326 g | 590 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 652 g | 1180 kcal |
Calculated from 181 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger
What is in the Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger?
It has a breaded chicken patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sauces and a burger bun. Because it combines prepared components and sauces, it is an ultra-processed fast-food item.
Is the chicken in the Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger fried or grilled?
It uses a breaded chicken patty rather than a plain grilled chicken breast. The coating gives it a crispier texture, so it is not the same as a grilled-chicken sandwich.
How is the Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger different from the original Famous Star?
The chicken version uses a breaded chicken patty, while the original Famous Star is made with a beef patty. The toppings, bun and sauces can vary by market or restaurant.
Is the Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger spicy?
It is not generally presented as a particularly spicy burger; the breaded chicken, cheese and sauces are the main flavors. Recipes can vary by location, so ask the restaurant if you need to avoid heat.
What sauce comes on the Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger?
The burger includes sauces, but the exact sauce recipe or name may differ between markets. If you want to know whether a particular sauce is included, ask the restaurant where you are ordering.
Is the chicken patty in the Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger a whole chicken breast?
No, it is a breaded chicken patty, not a whole grilled chicken breast. Its coating and texture make it different from a sandwich made with an unbreaded chicken breast.
Can you customize a Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger?
Usually, you can request changes such as leaving off the cheese or a sauce, but available modifications vary by restaurant. Ask when ordering, especially if you want to remove a specific topping.
How can you make a lighter version of the Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger at home?
Make a similar burger with a baked or air-fried chicken patty, less sauce and extra lettuce and tomato. This reduces the amount of fried coating and sauce while keeping the familiar combination of toppings.
How should you reheat a Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger?
Reheat the chicken patty in an oven or air fryer after refrigerating it promptly. Remove the lettuce and tomato first, then add them back after heating so they stay fresher and the bun gets less soggy.
How long do leftovers from a Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger keep?
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and eat them within 3–4 days. Do not keep the burger if it has been left at room temperature for too long, and reheat the chicken thoroughly.
Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
12.06mg · 75% DV
B1
0.59mg · 49% DV
B12
1.01µg · 42% DV
B2
0.52mg · 40% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Phosphorus
473mg · 68% DV
Sodium
1483mg · 64% DV
Manganese
0.91mg · 40% DV
Potassium ⭐
554mg · 16% DV
Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger
To burn the 590 calories in 1 piece (whole) (326 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger?
Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger is a chicken take on the US chain’s Famous Star: a breaded chicken patty with cheese, lettuce, tomato and sauces in a burger bun. It’s built as a filling fast-food sandwich, with crisp coating and creamy, savoury toppings contrasting with the soft bun.
At Carl’s Jr. locations, it’s commonly ordered as a main meal, often with fries and a drink, or picked up as takeaway. Its vegetables add some freshness, but the bun, coating, cheese and sauces make it a substantial mix of carbohydrates and fat; it provides 8.3 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair it with a side salad or ask for less sauce.
How Nutritious Is Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Carl's Jr. Chicken Famous Star Burger Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
11.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
8.31g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.