KFC Guide
High Protein at KFC
The highest-protein item at KFC is the Double Down, with 67g of protein.
High Protein Menu Items
| Item | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Double Down | 950 | 67g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Breast | 390 | 39g |
| Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast | 210 | 38g |
| Nashville Hot Grilled Chicken | 260 | 38g |
| Beyond Fried Chicken Nuggets | 480 | 36g |
| Extra Crispy Chicken Breast | 530 | 35g |
| Nashville Hot Extra Crispy Chicken | 770 | 35g |
| Chicken Sandwich | 620 | 34g |
| Chicken & Waffles Sandwich | 1020 | 33g |
| Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle Sandwich | 1010 | 33g |
| Nashville Hot Crispy Chicken | 540 | 31g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Breast without skin or breading | 160 | 31g |
| Spicy Crispy Chicken Breast | 350 | 30g |
| Extra Crispy Tenders (3) | 410 | 29g |
| Crispy Twister | 630 | 28g |
Across all 91 menu items we track at KFC, the median is about 270 calories and 10g of protein — so the high protein picks above are meaningfully different from a typical order, not just the default menu re-sorted.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the best high protein option at KFC?
- The highest-protein item at KFC is the Double Down, with 67g of protein.
- What else at KFC fits high protein?
- The Original Recipe Chicken Breast is another strong pick — 390 calories, 39g protein.
Nutrition data verified August 31, 2026.