KFC Guide
Low Carb at KFC
The lowest-carb item at KFC is the Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick, with 0g of carbs.
Low Carb Menu Items
| Item | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick | 80 | 11g |
| Kentucky Grilled Chicken Thigh | 150 | 17g |
| Kentucky Grilled Chicken Whole Wing | 70 | 9g |
| Colonel's Buttery Spread | 35 | 0g |
| Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast | 210 | 38g |
| Heinz Buttermilk Ranch Dressing | 160 | 0g |
| Nashville Hot Grilled Chicken | 260 | 38g |
| Bacon Ranch Dipping Sauce Cup | 140 | 0g |
| Marzetti Light Italian Dressing | 15 | 0g |
| Caesar Side Salad without Dressing & Croutons | 40 | 3g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Breast without skin or breading | 160 | 31g |
| Creamy Ranch Dipping Sauce Cup | 130 | 0g |
| Creamy Buffalo Dipping Sauce Cup | 70 | 0g |
| Original Recipe Chicken Whole Wing | 130 | 10g |
| House Side Salad without Dressing | 15 | 1g |
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 Drumstick, with 0g of carbs.
- What else at KFC fits low carb?
- The Kentucky Grilled Chicken Thigh is another strong pick — 150 calories, 17g protein.
Nutrition data verified August 31, 2026.