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Golden-brown fried chicken pieces with a craggy, crisp-looking coating are topped with glossy reddish-brown barbecue sauce and served on a plate.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce Calories

High-protein, fried, with BBQ sauce

CALORIES · 100 G

294kcal

GI

48low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

255mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.4g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Fried chicken with BBQ sauce (140 g) has 412 calories. That works out to 294 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.6 g of carbs, 29.1 g of protein, 24.9 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 9.5 mg of B3 covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g

412

KCAL / 140G

Carbs

17.6g

· 6% DV

Protein

29.1g

· 58% DV

Fat

24.9g

· 32% DV

Fiber

0.6g

· 2% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 28% · Fat 55%

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (140 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories412 kcal
Total fat24.9 g32%
Saturated fat5.74 g29%
Trans fat0.11 g
Sodium756 mg33%
Total carbohydrate17.6 g6%
Fiber0.6 g2%
Protein29.1 g58%

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 Medium Fried chicken with BBQ sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)140 g412 kcal
1 piece (mini)65 g191 kcal
1 piece (small)90 g265 kcal
100 g100 g294 kcal
1 serving (half)120 g353 kcal
1 cup (chopped)160 g470 kcal
1 piece (large)200 g588 kcal
1 serving (whole)240 g706 kcal
2 piece (double)280 g823 kcal

Calculated from 294 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fried chicken with BBQ sauce

How do you make fried chicken with BBQ sauce?

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce is made by coating chicken pieces, frying them until cooked through, then tossing or brushing them with sauce. For a crisp coating, let excess oil drain on a rack and add the sauce just before serving.

How do you stop BBQ sauce from making fried chicken soggy?

Keep fried chicken with BBQ sauce crisp by adding the sauce right before serving rather than letting the coated pieces sit. Serve extra sauce on the side, and drain the chicken on a wire rack instead of stacking it while hot.

Should you put BBQ sauce on fried chicken before or after frying?

Add BBQ sauce to fried chicken after frying. Its sugars can scorch in hot oil, and sauce applied before frying can keep the coating from crisping properly. Brush or toss the chicken with sauce once it has drained, just before serving.

Can you make fried chicken with BBQ sauce in an air fryer?

Yes, you can make fried chicken with BBQ sauce in an air fryer, though it will not have exactly the same texture as deep-fried chicken. Arrange coated pieces in a single layer, turn them during cooking, and add the sauce near the end.

Which chicken pieces work best for fried chicken with BBQ sauce?

Thighs and drumsticks work well for fried chicken with BBQ sauce because they tend to stay juicy, while breast pieces cook faster and can dry out if overcooked. Keep pieces similar in size so they finish cooking at about the same time.

What sides go well with fried chicken with BBQ sauce?

Coleslaw, corn, baked potatoes, and a green salad pair well with fried chicken with BBQ sauce. A crisp or tangy side balances the sauce’s rich, sweet flavor; serving another fried side can make the meal feel particularly heavy.

How long does fried chicken with BBQ sauce last in the fridge?

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce keeps in the refrigerator for three to four days when promptly stored in a covered container. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking; for a crisper coating, store the sauce separately and add it after reheating.

Can you freeze fried chicken with BBQ sauce?

Yes, fried chicken with BBQ sauce can be frozen, though the coating may soften after thawing. Cool it promptly, pack it airtight, and freeze it; for the best texture, freeze the fried chicken without sauce and add freshly warmed sauce when serving.

How can you tell when fried chicken with BBQ sauce is fully cooked?

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce is fully cooked when the thickest part of the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F). A food thermometer is more reliable than judging by the browned coating, which can look done before the meat is cooked through.

Is fried chicken with BBQ sauce usually spicy?

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce is usually more sweet, smoky, and tangy than spicy. Heat depends on the particular sauce: some recipes include chili or cayenne, while mild versions do not, so taste the sauce before coating the chicken.

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

9.52mg · 60% DV

B6

0.48mg · 28% DV

Biotin

8.4µg · 28% DV

B5

1.33mg · 27% DV

Minerals

Selenium

27µg · 49% DV

Phosphorus

266mg · 38% DV

Sodium

756mg · 33% DV

Zinc

1.82mg · 17% DV

Potassium ⭐

357mg · 11% DV

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

48
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8.4
Low

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

How to Burn Off Fried chicken with BBQ sauce

To burn the 412 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):

🚶

102min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

42min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

56min

Cycling

🏊

48min

Swimming

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

What is Fried chicken with BBQ sauce?

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce pairs crisp, breaded chicken with a sweet, tangy sauce often flavoured with smoke. It draws on American-style barbecue flavours and is a familiar casual meal in the United States, as well as a popular restaurant and takeaway choice in many other places.

The coating stays crunchy while the chicken inside is tender; the sauce adds a glossy, savoury-sweet finish. It is often served with fries, coleslaw, cornbread or a simple green salad, and works well as a sharing platter. It provides protein, but frying and sauce also contribute fat and carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, serve the sauce on the side and add vegetables or salad.

How Nutritious Is Fried chicken with BBQ sauce?

Nutrient density

Medium

46/ 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

43/ 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 Fried chicken with BBQ sauce Processed?

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.

Does Fried chicken with BBQ sauce Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Fried chicken with BBQ 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

Fried chicken with BBQ sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.74g

MONOUNSATURATED

9.94g

POLYUNSATURATED

5.32g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 43.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (43.3:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.