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Two large, golden-brown breaded chicken fillets form the top and bottom of a bunless sandwich, with pale cheese, crisp reddish-brown bacon strips and creamy sauce visible between them.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) Calories

Two fried chicken fillets with cheese, bacon, and sauce

CALORIES · 100 G

320kcal

GI

45low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

260mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.6g

Quick answer

1 piece (whole) of Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) (230 g) has 736 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.7 g of carbs, 46 g of protein, 50.6 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 12 mg of B3 covers 75% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 230 g

736

KCAL / 230G

Carbs

20.7g

· 8% DV

Protein

46g

· 92% DV

Fat

50.6g

· 65% DV

Fiber

1.4g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 25% · Fat 64%

Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (whole) (230 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories736 kcal
Total fat50.6 g65%
Saturated fat16.56 g83%
Trans fat0.41 g
Sodium2185 mg95%
Total carbohydrate20.7 g8%
Fiber1.4 g5%
Protein46 g92%

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 Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce)?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (whole)230 g736 kcal
100 g100 g320 kcal
½ piece (half)115 g368 kcal
1 piece (small)180 g576 kcal
1 piece (medium)200 g640 kcal
1 serving (whole)230 g736 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)250 g800 kcal
1 piece (large)300 g960 kcal

Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce)

What is a KFC Double Down?

A KFC Double Down is a sandwich-style menu item that uses two fried chicken fillets in place of a conventional bread bun, with cheese, bacon, and sauce between them. It is eaten as a handheld sandwich.

What is in a Double Down?

A Double Down contains two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, and sauce. Exact recipes can vary by market or promotional version, so the sauce and other small details may not be identical everywhere.

Does the Double Down have a bun?

No, the Double Down does not have a conventional bread bun. Its two fried chicken fillets act as the outer layers around the cheese, bacon, and sauce.

Is the KFC Double Down still available?

Availability varies by country and over time. KFC has offered the Double Down as a limited-time item in some markets, so it may not appear on every local menu or be sold year-round.

Is the Double Down spicy?

The standard Double Down is not necessarily very spicy; its heat depends on the sauce and the market-specific recipe. KFC has also offered spicier versions in some places, which are different from the original.

What does a Double Down taste like?

A Double Down combines the crisp coating and savory flavor of fried chicken with salty cheese, smoky bacon, and sauce. With no bread bun, the filling and chicken flavor are especially prominent in each bite.

What sauce comes on a Double Down?

The sauce on a Double Down can differ between markets and versions. There is no guarantee that every country uses the same recipe, so ask the restaurant about the sauce in its current local offering.

Has KFC made different versions of the Double Down?

Yes, KFC has offered variations in some markets, including versions with different sauces or added heat. These are often regional or limited-time releases rather than options available on every menu.

How can you make a Double Down at home?

Cook two chicken fillets until fully done, then place cheese, cooked bacon, and sauce between them instead of using bread. For a less greasy homemade version, bake or air-fry the chicken rather than deep-frying it.

How should you store and reheat leftover Double Down?

Refrigerate leftover Double Down promptly in a covered container and eat it soon. Reheat it in an oven or air fryer until hot throughout; these methods usually keep the chicken coating crisper than a microwave.

Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

11.96mg · 75% DV

B12

1.61µg · 67% DV

B6

0.87mg · 51% DV

Biotin

13.8µg · 46% DV

Minerals

Sodium

2185mg · 95% DV

Phosphorus

414mg · 59% DV

Selenium

30µg · 55% DV

Calcium

253mg · 25% DV

Potassium ⭐

598mg · 18% DV

Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

45
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

9.2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce)

To burn the 736 calories in 1 piece (whole) (230 g):

🚶

182min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

75min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

100min

Cycling

🏊

86min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce)?

The Double Down is KFC’s bun-free, sandwich-style creation from the United States: two fried chicken fillets hold cheese, sauce and, in this version, pastırma, a Turkish cured beef. It is known for replacing bread with chicken rather than using a conventional bun.

The coating is crisp while the chicken stays tender, and the cheese and sauce make each bite rich and savoury; pastırma adds a spiced, cured-meat flavour. It is usually eaten as a filling fast-food meal, often with fries or a drink. It provides protein, but frying, cheese and sauce also make it relatively high in fat. Pair it with a side salad or skip extra sauce for a lighter meal.

How Nutritious Is Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce)?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

41/ 100

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 Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) 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 Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) 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

Double Down (two fried chicken fillets, cheese, bacon, sauce) Fat Profile

SATURATED

16.56g

MONOUNSATURATED

19.55g

POLYUNSATURATED

7.36g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 21.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (21.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.