KFC Guide

Low Carb at KFC

The lowest-carb item at KFC is the Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast, with 0g of carbs.

Low Carb Menu Items

ItemCaloriesProtein
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast21038g
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick8011g
Colonel's Buttery Spread350g
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Whole Wing709g
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Thigh15017g
Nashville Hot Grilled Chicken26038g
Bacon Ranch Dipping Sauce Cup1400g
Heinz Buttermilk Ranch Dressing1600g
Creamy Ranch Dipping Sauce Cup1300g
Original Recipe Chicken Breast without skin or breading16031g
Creamy Buffalo Dipping Sauce Cup700g
Caesar Side Salad without Dressing & Croutons403g
Marzetti Light Italian Dressing150g
Kentucky Fried Wings1005g
House Side Salad without Dressing151g

Across all 91 menu items we track at KFC, the median is about 270 calories and 10g of protein — so the low carb picks above are meaningfully different from a typical order, not just the default menu re-sorted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best low carb option at KFC?
The lowest-carb item at KFC is the Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast, with 0g of carbs.
What else at KFC fits low carb?
The Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick is another strong pick — 80 calories, 11g protein.

Nutrition data verified September 1, 2026.

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