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Breaded crispy chicken burger with a bun; provides protein but is relatively high in sodium and fat.
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Crispy Chicken Burger (180 g) has 450 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 22.5 g of protein, 22.5 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 36 µg of Selenium covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
A Crispy Chicken Burger is a sandwich made with a breaded chicken patty in a soft bun, often finished with lettuce, pickles and sauce. It is a familiar fast-food option, though the toppings and size vary from one restaurant or recipe to another.
It is commonly served with chips or fries, and may also be paired with a side salad for a lighter meal. The chicken provides protein, while the breading and sauces can make the burger relatively high in fat and sodium. To keep it lighter, choose less sauce and add fresh vegetables; a medium serving is about 180 g.
Selected: 100 g
250
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
21g
· 8% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
12.5g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 20% · Fat 46%
Vitamins
B3
4.9mg · 31% DV
B6
0.28mg · 16% DV
B12
0.32µg · 13% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 250 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 31.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (31.3:1).
A Crispy Chicken Burger is made by coating a chicken fillet in seasoned flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then cooking it until crisp and fully cooked. Put it in a burger bun with sauce and toppings such as lettuce or pickles.
A Crispy Chicken Burger usually contains a breaded chicken fillet, a burger bun, and a sauce such as mayonnaise. Lettuce, tomato, pickles, and cheese are common additions, but the exact ingredients vary by restaurant and recipe.
For a crunchy Crispy Chicken Burger, pat the chicken dry before breading and press the coating firmly onto its surface. Cook it in hot oil without crowding the pan, then rest it on a wire rack rather than stacking pieces or covering them.
Mayonnaise, spicy mayo, barbecue sauce, and hot sauce all work well on a Crispy Chicken Burger. Pair a rich sauce with pickles or lettuce for contrast, and spread it sparingly so the bun does not become soggy.
Both chicken breast and boneless thigh work in a Crispy Chicken Burger. Breast gives a leaner, neatly shaped fillet, while thigh tends to stay juicier; choose pieces of even thickness so they cook through at a similar rate.
Yes, you can cook the chicken for a Crispy Chicken Burger in an air fryer. Arrange the breaded fillet in a single layer, lightly coat it with oil, and cook until crisp and fully cooked, adjusting the time for the appliance and fillet thickness.
Toast the cut sides of the Crispy Chicken Burger bun briefly before assembling it. Add the sauce just before serving and put a layer of lettuce between the bun and wetter toppings; these steps help the bread stay firm while you eat.
A Crispy Chicken Burger goes well with fries, coleslaw, pickles, or a green salad. For a lighter meal, serve it with salad or roasted vegetables instead of fries, and choose a side that balances the burger’s rich coating and sauce.
Refrigerate leftover Crispy Chicken Burger promptly in a covered container, separating the chicken from the bun and sauce if possible. Reheat the chicken in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness, then warm or toast the bun separately.
A Crispy Chicken Burger can fit into an occasional meal, but its breaded chicken and sauces can make it relatively high in sodium and fat. Have it less often rather than as an everyday default, and add a salad or vegetables to the meal.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.