420 Calories in Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich
A boneless chicken breast seasoned and breaded then pressure cooked in 100% peanut oil. This popular chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A® is served with crinkle-cut dill pickles and served on a toasted bun.
While options may vary by location, you may be able to substitute the original bun for a multigrain bun. Calories and nutrition facts may vary based on any substitutions or add-ons.
Read this post for a comprehensive overview of the nutrition facts, calories, and ingredients in the chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A®.
Calories and Nutrition
Calories
There are 420 calories in the Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich. The highest portion of calories is from 41 grams of carbohydrates, which contribute approximately 160 calories, or about 38% of the total calories. Fat contributes another 155 calories (37% of total calories) and the remaining 25% is from 29 grams of protein.
- Carbs: 160 calories
- Fat: 155 calories
- Protein: 105 calories
- Total: 420 calories
The caloric breakout by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts label sourced from the restaurant. Calories may vary by location, as a result of how it’s prepared, or due to topping choices.
Sodium
The sodium content in a single serving is high (in my opinion). One sandwich contains 1,460 milligrams of sodium, which is about 60% of the daily value recommended by the FDA.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients and Allergens
Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich Ingredients
Here are the lists of ingredients in the chicken, sandwich bun, and pickle.
Chicken: Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast with Rib Meat, Salt, Monosodium Glutamate, Sugar, Spices, Paprika, Enriched Bleached Flour (with Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Sugar, Salt, Monosodium Glutamate, Nonfat Milk, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Spice, Soybean Oil, Paprika (color), Pasteurized Nonfat Milk, Pasteurized Egg, Fully Refined Peanut Oil (with Dimethylpolysiloxane added)
Bun: Flour (Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Sugar, Yeast, Wheat Gluten, and contains 2% or less of the following: Soybean Oil, Salt, Cultured Wheat Flour, Vinegar, Calcium Sulfate, Ascorbic Acid, Enzymes, Wheat Starch, Monoglycerides, Monocalcium Phosphate, DATEM, Potassium Iodate, Sesame Flour, Soy Lecithin, Butter Flavored Oil (Soybean Oil, Palm Kernel Oil, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavor and Beta Carotene)
Pickle: Cucumbers, Water, Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate (preservative), Turmeric Extract (color), Natural Flavor, Dill Pickle Spice, Beta Carotene (color), Garlic Emulsion.
What is Calcium Sulfate?
Calcium sulfate is an inorganic calcium salt compound. Mined gypsum is the most common natural source. It is a white or off-white odorless fine powder with a high calcium content.
As a food additive it is often used to regulate acidity, as a coagulant, and to fortify bread and flours (i.e., dough conditioner). Calcium sulfate is also used as a firming agent with canned vegetables and often found as an ingredient in confections, gelatins, ice cream and frosting.
Allergens
The chicken sandwich is made with ingredients that contain dairy, egg, sesame, soy, and wheat.
Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Chick-fil-A.
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
