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Fast-food chicken burger with spicy breaded chicken patty, bun, and sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Spicy McChicken burger (170 g) has 415 calories. That works out to 244 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.8 g of carbs, 21.3 g of protein, 18.4 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 9.2 mg of B3 covers 57% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 170 g
415
KCAL / 170G
Carbs
40.8g
· 15% DV
Protein
21.3g
· 43% DV
Fat
18.4g
· 24% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 21% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 415 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.4 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 3.57 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 884 mg | 38% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% |
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) | 170 g | 415 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 68 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 43 g | 105 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 85 g | 207 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 244 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 150 g | 366 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 170 g | 415 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 190 g | 464 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 340 g | 830 kcal |
Calculated from 244 calories per 100 g.
A Spicy McChicken burger contains a spicy breaded chicken patty, a bun and sauce. The exact ingredients and sauce recipe can vary by country, and some versions include additions such as lettuce or a sesame-seed bun.
A Spicy McChicken burger is usually mildly to moderately spicy, with heat from the seasoned coating and sauce. Recipes differ between markets, so it may taste hotter or milder depending on where it is sold.
The Spicy McChicken burger is the spicy variation of the McChicken. Its seasoned chicken coating and typically its sauce provide the extra heat; the bun and other toppings can vary by market.
No, the Spicy McChicken burger is not available everywhere. McDonald’s menus differ by country and can change over time, so check the local menu or restaurant for current availability rather than relying on another market’s listing.
Yes, you can make a homemade version by coating chicken breast in seasoned breadcrumbs and cooking it through until crisp. Serve it in a bun with a spicy mayonnaise-style sauce, and assemble just before eating to keep the coating crunchy.
Keep a leftover Spicy McChicken burger refrigerated in a covered container and eat it within three to four days. Refrigerate it within two hours of serving, and reheat the chicken thoroughly before eating.
Yes, an air fryer can reheat a Spicy McChicken burger while helping the chicken coating stay crisp. For a better texture, warm the patty and bun separately, then assemble; make sure the chicken is hot all the way through.
Yes, you can freeze a Spicy McChicken burger, although the bun and breading may lose their original texture after thawing. Wrap it airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat the chicken until thoroughly hot.
The Spicy McChicken burger is not guaranteed to be halal in every market. The chicken source and preparation standards vary by country, so check the local restaurant’s product information or halal certification for the specific burger you plan to buy.
Yes, a Spicy McChicken burger can be eaten during pregnancy if the chicken is fully cooked and the burger is freshly prepared. Avoid one that has been left at room temperature for a long time; its spicy sauce may also worsen heartburn.
Vitamins
B3
9.18mg · 57% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
Biotin
6.8µg · 23% DV
B5
0.94mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Sodium
884mg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
247mg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.41mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
357mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 415 calories in 1 piece (whole) (170 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.
The Spicy McChicken burger is a McDonald’s fast-food sandwich made with a spicy breaded chicken patty, a soft bun and sauce. It belongs to the familiar chicken-burger style found on quick-service menus in many countries.
Expect a crisp coating, tender chicken and a warm kick from the seasoning, balanced by the soft bread and creamy sauce. It is commonly eaten as a quick lunch or casual dinner, often with fries and a soft drink; the exact serving and sauce can vary by market. It provides 12.5 g of protein per 100 g, while the bun, coating and sauce also contribute energy. For a lighter meal, have it with a side salad instead of fries.
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
3.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 54.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (54.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.