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Provides protein; relatively high in sugar and sodium from the honey sauce.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Honey Korean Fried Chicken (75 g) has 219 calories. That works out to 292 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.6 g of carbs, 14.2 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 5.3 mg of B3 covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
219
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
15.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
14.2g
· 28% DV
Fat
10.8g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 26% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 219 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.8 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.36 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 458 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% |
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 (medium) | 75 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 321 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 438 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 225 g | 657 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 730 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 1168 kcal |
Calculated from 292 calories per 100 g.
Honey Korean Fried Chicken is battered or breaded chicken that is fried and coated in a sweet honey-based glaze. Recipes vary, but the sauce may also include soy sauce, garlic, sesame, or chilli.
Honey Korean Fried Chicken is made by coating chicken pieces, frying them until crisp, then tossing them with honey sauce. Many recipes fry the chicken twice to create a crispier crust before glazing it.
Honey Korean Fried Chicken is not necessarily spicy. Honey gives the glaze sweetness, while chilli paste or flakes add heat in some versions. Restaurant recipes differ, so ask whether the sauce contains chilli if you want a mild dish.
Honey Korean Fried Chicken usually has a sticky glaze made with honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Some versions add sesame oil, vinegar, or chilli, so the balance of sweet, savoury, and spicy flavours varies.
Honey Korean Fried Chicken can have a crisp crust because the chicken is coated and fried, sometimes twice. The honey glaze gradually softens that crust, so it is crispiest when freshly coated and served promptly.
Serve Honey Korean Fried Chicken with steamed rice and something tangy, such as pickled radish or cucumber, to balance the sweet glaze. A simple slaw or lightly dressed greens also work well.
Yes, you can make Honey Korean Fried Chicken in an air fryer. Cook the coated chicken until done and crisp, then toss it with the honey glaze; the crust will differ from deep-fried chicken.
Reheat Honey Korean Fried Chicken in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave to help the coating stay crisp. Arrange the pieces in one layer and heat until thoroughly hot; avoid overheating, which can dry out the chicken.
Leftover Honey Korean Fried Chicken keeps for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, Honey Korean Fried Chicken can be high in sugar because its glaze contains honey, and some recipes add other sweeteners. The sauce also contributes sodium, so having it occasionally or using less glaze can reduce both.
Vitamins
B3
5.32mg · 33% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
B5
0.59mg · 12% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Sodium
458mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
131mg · 19% DV
Zinc
1.07mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
177mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 219 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Honey Korean Fried Chicken draws on Korea’s crispy fried-chicken tradition: pieces of chicken are fried, then coated in a sweet honey sauce. The coating turns glossy and slightly sticky, while the chicken stays juicy inside. It is commonly served as a shareable meal or snack, often alongside pickled radish and, in Korea, with beer; rice also makes it an easy main dish.
The chicken provides protein, while the sweet sauce adds sugar and sodium. For a less heavy meal, share a smaller portion and pair it with fresh vegetables or a simple salad rather than adding more fried sides.
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.
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
2.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.61g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.51g
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.