Calories in McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich
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McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich contains 273 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 sandwich (131 g) provides about 358 kcal.
Roughly 44% of its calories come from fat, with 41% from carbohydrates and 15% from protein (estimated with general energy factors).
That is close to the median for fast foods on FoodFactly (263 kcal per 100 g).
100 g provides 25% of the Daily Value for Niacin (B3), 18% of the Daily Value for Thiamin (B1) and 16% of the Daily Value for manganese.
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, where most core values were measured by laboratory analysis.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 273 kcal | |
| Total fat M | 13.2 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat C | 2.3 g | 12% |
| Trans fat C | 0.079 g | |
| Cholesterol C | 27 mg | 9% |
| Sodium M | 624 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 28 g | 10% |
| Dietary fiber C | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Total sugars M | 3.6 g | |
| Protein M | 10.4 g | 21% |
| Thiamin (B1) C | 0.21 mg | 18% |
| Riboflavin (B2) C | 0.2 mg | 15% |
| Niacin (B3) C | 3.9 mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 C | 0.19 µg | 8% |
| Calcium M | 88 mg | 7% |
| Iron M | 1.7 mg | 10% |
| Magnesium M | 20 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus M | 139 mg | 11% |
| Potassium M | 173 mg | 4% |
| Zinc M | 0.63 mg | 6% |
| Copper M | 0.082 mg | 9% |
| Manganese M | 0.36 mg | 16% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 15%
- Carbohydrates 41%
- Fat 44%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein10.4 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Fiber1.3 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 1.4 g)
- Sugars3.6 gabove the median for fast foods (median 3.4 g)
- Fat13.2 gabove the median for fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Saturated fat2.3 gin the lowest quarter of fast foods (median 4 g)
- Sodium624 mgabove the median for fast foods (median 566 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal3.8 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water46.1 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 4.4 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 5 g |
Sugars and starch (6)
| Sucrose M | 0.17 g |
|---|---|
| Glucose M | 1 g |
| Fructose M | 1.9 g |
| Lactose M | 0 g |
| Maltose M | 0.43 g |
| Galactose M | 0 g |
Individual fatty acids (46)
| EPA (omega-3, 20:5 n-3) M | 0 g |
|---|---|
| DHA (omega-3, 22:6 n-3) M | 0.003 g |
| ALA (omega-3, 18:3 n-3) M | 0.43 g |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) ? | 4.5 g |
| SFA 4:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 6:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 8:0 M | 0.003 g |
| SFA 10:0 M | 0.006 g |
| SFA 12:0 M | 0.004 g |
| SFA 14:0 M | 0.024 g |
| SFA 16:0 M | 1.6 g |
| SFA 18:0 M | 0.66 g |
| SFA 20:0 M | 0.041 g |
| MUFA 18:1 ? | 4.1 g |
| PUFA 18:3 ? | 0.45 g |
| PUFA 20:4 M | 0.028 g |
| SFA 22:0 M | 0.031 g |
| MUFA 14:1 M | 0.006 g |
| MUFA 16:1 ? | 0.18 g |
| PUFA 18:4 M | 0.001 g |
| MUFA 20:1 M | 0.086 g |
| MUFA 22:1 ? | 0.005 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) M | 0.002 g |
| SFA 15:0 M | 0.004 g |
| SFA 17:0 M | 0.012 g |
| SFA 24:0 M | 0.015 g |
| TFA 16:1 t M | 0.001 g |
| TFA 18:1 t M | 0.033 g |
| TFA 22:1 t M | 0 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined M | 0.045 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs M | 0.012 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c M | 0.005 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c M | 0.009 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c M | 0.18 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c M | 4.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c M | 4.4 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c M | 0.005 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c M | 0.016 g |
| MUFA 17:1 M | 0.007 g |
| PUFA 20:3 ? | 0.011 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic C | 0.034 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic C | 0.045 g |
| MUFA 15:1 M | 0 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 M | 0.001 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 M | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:4 M | 0.011 g |
Other components (3)
| Water M | 46.1 g |
|---|---|
| Ash M | 2.3 g |
| Energy C | 1,140 kJ |
Other forms of McDONALD'S
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH | 282 | 11.3 g | 26.4 g | 14.6 g |
| McDONALD'S, Cheeseburger | 263 | 13 g | 27.8 g | 11.8 g |
| McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER | 244 | 14.1 g | 22.2 g | 11.6 g |
| McDONALD'S, Hamburger | 264 | 12.9 g | 30.3 g | 10.1 g |
| McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER with Cheese | 258 | 14.6 g | 20 g | 14.2 g |
| McDONALD'S, BIG MAC | 257 | 11.8 g | 20.1 g | 15 g |
| McDONALD'S, french fries | 323 | 3.4 g | 42.6 g | 15.5 g |
| McDONALD'S, Southern Style Chicken Biscuit | 304 | 11.9 g | 30.6 g | 14.9 g |
| McDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Crispy | 275 | 11.5 g | 23.2 g | 15.1 g |
| McDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Grilled Cooked | 222 | 13.8 g | 18.4 g | 10.3 g |
| McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES | 312 | 8.4 g | 31.3 g | 17.8 g |
| McDONALD'S, Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGRIDDLES | 283 | 10.8 g | 22 g | 17.7 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bologna sandwich on white | 274 | 9.9 g | 28.5 g | 13.3 g |
| Fast Foods, crispy chicken filet sandwich, with lettuce and mayonnaise | 276 | 10.9 g | 27.4 g | 13.6 g |
| BURGER KING, Premium Fish Sandwich | 260 | 10.3 g | 26.7 g | 12.5 g |
| Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce | 257 | 10.3 g | 26.7 g | 12.5 g |
| Spam sandwich | 266 | 10 g | 27.6 g | 12.8 g |
| Quesadilla, beef or pork, with vegetables | 279 | 11.1 g | 28.2 g | 13.2 g |
| PIZZA HUT 12" Cheese Pizza, Pan Crust | 280 | 11.7 g | 29.9 g | 12.6 g |
| White pizza, cheese, with meat and vegetables, thick crust | 270 | 11.7 g | 25.3 g | 13.3 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in mcDONALD'S?
100 g of mcDONALD'S has 273 kcal. 1 sandwich (131 g): about 358 kcal.
Is mcDONALD'S high in protein?
McDONALD'S contains 10.4 g of protein per 100 g (21% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 13.7 g in 1 sandwich (131 g). About 15% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other fast foods, that is below the median (median 12.1 g).
How many carbs are in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S has 28 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 1.3 g of fiber and 3.6 g of sugars.
How much fat is in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S contains 13.2 g of fat per 100 g, of which 2.3 g is saturated (12% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does mcDONALD'S contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are Niacin (B3) (25% DV), Thiamin (B1) (18% DV), manganese (16% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (15% DV) and phosphorus (11% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in mcDONALD'S?
100 g contains 624 mg of sodium, 27% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does mcdonald's have the same nutrition not specified and cooked?
No. Per 100 g, mcDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich has 273 kcal, while mcDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Grilled has 222 kcal. Cooking changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record dated April 1, 2019. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record 173305. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated April 1, 2019. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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