High-Protein Options at KFC
Protein is the most critical macro on GLP-1 medications — it preserves muscle while you lose weight and keeps you satiated on smaller meals. Here are the best high-protein items at KFC, each with at least 15g of protein.
| Item | Protein | Net Carbs | Calories | Sugar | GLP-1 Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KFC Original Recipe Chicken Breast | 39g | 9g | 390 | 0g | Good ✓·75 |
| KFC Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast | 38g | 0g | 210 | 0g | Good ✓·81 |
| KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Breast | 35g | 18g | 530 | 1g | Moderate·65 |
| KFC Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle Sandwich | 33g | 83g | 1010 | 21g | Caution·37 |
| KFC Spicy Crispy Chicken Breast | 30g | 10g | 350 | 0g | Good ✓·70 |
| KFC Crispy Twister | 28g | 49g | 630 | 3g | Moderate·54 |
| KFC Crispy Twister without Sauce | 28g | 48g | 490 | 3g | Moderate·57 |
| KFC Mac & Cheese Bowl | 27g | 53g | 660 | 4g | Moderate·52 |
| KFC Honey BBQ Sandwich | 24g | 53g | 350 | 22g | Moderate·54 |
| KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Thigh | 22g | 9g | 330 | 0g | Moderate·65 |
| KFC Original Recipe Chicken Thigh | 19g | 7g | 280 | 0g | Moderate·66 |
| KFC Livers | 17g | 12g | 230 | 0g | Moderate·65 |
| KFC HBBQ Hot Wings™ Go Cup | 15g | 55g | 540 | 6g | Caution·46 |
| KFC Hot Wings™ Go Cup | 15g | 42g | 490 | 0g | Moderate·51 |