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High-protein fast-food burger with fried chicken and cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Fried Chicken Cheeseburger (265 g) has 782 calories. That works out to 295 calories per 100 g. It contains 63.1 g of carbs, 40.3 g of protein, 40 g of fat and 3.7 g of fiber. Its 47.7 µg of Selenium covers 87% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 265 g
782
KCAL / 265G
Carbs
63.1g
· 23% DV
Protein
40.3g
· 81% DV
Fat
40g
· 51% DV
Fiber
3.7g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 21% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 782 kcal | |
| Total fat | 40 g | 51% |
| Saturated fat | 10.86 g | 54% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 1696 mg | 74% |
| Total carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% |
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (whole) | 265 g | 782 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 66 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 132.5 g | 391 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 220 g | 649 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 227 g | 670 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 265 g | 782 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 300 g | 885 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 330 g | 974 kcal |
Calculated from 295 calories per 100 g.
A fried chicken cheeseburger usually has a breaded, fried chicken fillet, a burger bun and cheese. Lettuce, pickles, tomato and sauces such as mayonnaise are common additions, but the exact toppings vary by restaurant.
Make a fried chicken cheeseburger by coating a chicken fillet in flour, egg and breadcrumbs, then frying it until cooked through. Add cheese while the chicken is hot, and serve in a bun with your preferred toppings and sauce.
The coating on a fried chicken cheeseburger can fall off if the chicken is wet, the breading layers are uneven, or the oil is not hot enough. Pat the chicken dry, coat it in sequence, and avoid moving it immediately after it enters the oil.
Cheddar is a popular choice for a fried chicken cheeseburger because its savory taste works well with the crispy coating. American-style cheese melts smoothly, while Swiss or pepper jack gives the burger a different flavor.
Mayonnaise-based sauces, honey mustard and barbecue sauce all pair well with a fried chicken cheeseburger. For a spicy version, use hot sauce or a spicy mayo; add sauce sparingly if you want the breading to stay crisp.
Keep a fried chicken cheeseburger crisp by draining the chicken on a wire rack rather than leaving it on paper or stacking it. Add wet toppings and sauce just before serving, since moisture softens the breading and bun.
Yes, reheat a fried chicken cheeseburger in an oven or air fryer to help the chicken coating crisp up again. Separate the bun and cold toppings first, then reassemble once the chicken and cheese are hot.
A fried chicken cheeseburger can be frozen, but its assembled bun and fresh toppings may turn soggy after thawing. For better texture, freeze the cooked chicken separately, then reheat it and add fresh cheese, bread and toppings.
A fried chicken cheeseburger provides protein, but frying, cheese and creamy sauces can make it a rich, salty meal. Choose a side salad instead of fries and go easy on extra sauce for a more balanced meal.
A fried chicken cheeseburger is commonly served with fries, coleslaw or pickles. A green salad, corn or roasted vegetables also make good sides when you want something lighter than the usual fast-food combo.
Vitamins
B3
12.99mg · 81% DV
B6
0.77mg · 45% DV
Biotin
13.25µg · 44% DV
B5
1.91mg · 38% DV
Minerals
Selenium
48µg · 87% DV
Sodium
1696mg · 74% DV
Phosphorus
504mg · 72% DV
Calcium
413mg · 41% DV
Potassium ⭐
583mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 782 calories in 1 piece (whole) (265 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.
A Fried Chicken Cheeseburger pairs a breaded, fried chicken fillet with cheese in a burger bun. Lettuce, pickles and sauces are common additions, though the exact combination varies by restaurant. It is part of the fast-food burger tradition, especially familiar in American-style menus, and is now served internationally.
It is often eaten as a filling lunch or casual dinner, usually with fries and a soft drink. Chicken and cheese make it a protein-containing choice, while the fried coating and sauces add richness and make it more substantial. For a lighter meal, pair it with a side salad and ask for less sauce.
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.
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.
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.
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
10.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
14.31g
POLYUNSATURATED
9.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 65.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (65.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.