Lay’s Classic Potato Chips: 160 Calories
Made from farm-grown potatoes, these gluten free, thin sliced chips are seasoned and cooked for a perfectly crispy bite. Lay’s potato chips are made with only three ingredients. They contain zero trans fat, no artificial flavors, and no MSG.
Each serving has 160 calories, 10 grams fat, 15 grams carbohydrates, and 2 grams protein.
This is your complete guide to the nutrition facts and ingredients in Lay’s® Classic Potato Chips.
Lay’s Potato Chips Nutritional Information
All calories and nutrition facts are presented based on a single serving measured as 15 chips with a total net weight of 28g.
Reference to percentage daily value (%DV) illustrates how much a nutrient per serving contributes to a daily diet of 2,000 calories.
Calories
There are 160 calories in one serving of Lay’s classic potato chips.
Here is a summary of the estimated amount of calories per serving from fat, carbs, and protein:
More than half of the total calories are derived from dietary fat. Carbohydrates make up 38% of the total calories and the remaining 6% is from protein.
% Calories from Fat, Carbs and Protein
The summary of calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts label provided by Lay’s.
Total Fat
One serving of the classic potato chips has 10 grams of total fat, including 1.5 grams of saturated fat. Remember that one serving refers to 28 grams, which is about 15 potato chips.
SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING
Sodium
The 140 milligrams of sodium in one serving equates to about 6% of the total daily value recommended by the FDA (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
Potassium
Also note that there are 350 milligrams of potassium in each serving, which is about 6% of the recommended daily value.
Why is Potassium Important?
Potassium is a mineral found naturally in the body. It’s critical for nerve function, muscle contraction, and to maintain a regular heartbeat.
Potassium helps with both the transfer of nutrients between cells and the disposal of waste from cells.
In addition, potassium helps regulate the balance of sodium and potassium in the body, which corrects water retention and is important for kidney function, blood pressure, and the supply of oxygen to the brain.
Some of the best natural sources of potassium include citrus fruits, leafy green vegetables, tomatoes, pineapples, bananas, and potatoes.
Nutrition Summary
Serving Size 15 Chips (28g)
CALORIES
160TOTAL FAT
10g(13%DV)
CARBOHYDRATES
15g(6%DV)
PROTEIN
2g| Saturated Fat | 1.5g (7%DV) |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg (0%DV) |
| Sodium | 140mg (6%DV) |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g (5%DV) |
| Total Sugars | <1g |
%DV (Percent Daily Values) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your daily value may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
Potato Chips Ingredients & Allergens
Ingredients
Lay’s potato chips are made with only three ingredients: Potatoes, Vegetable Oil, and Salt.
Allergens
According to the FDA, the most common food allergens are milk, peanuts, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, soy, tree nuts, wheat and sesame.
The classic potato chips by Lay’s are made with only three ingredients and do not include any of the food items recognized as common allergens.
Snack Chips Comparison
Nutrition Facts in Chips & Dips
Here is a data table of summary nutritional facts. Review the information to compare calories, fat, carbs, protein, and sodium in popular Lay’s snack chips and dips.
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| Product | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Sugars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lay’s Baked Original Potato Chips | 120 | 3.5g | 22g | 2g | 160mg | 1g | 2g |
| Lay’s Cheddar & Sour Cream Potato Chips | 160 | 10g | 15g | 2g | 170mg | 1g | 1g |
| Lay’s Classic Potato Chips | 160 | 10g | 15g | 2g | 170mg | 1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Flamin’ Hot Potato Chips | 160 | 10g | 15g | 2g | 190mg | 1g | 1g |
| Lay’s Kettle Cooked Original Potato Chips | 150 | 9g | 17g | 2g | 90mg | 1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Layers Sour Cream & Onion Potato Bites | 150 | 10g | 14g | <1g | 200mg | <1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Layers Three Cheese | 150 | 10g | 15g | <1g | 200mg | <1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Poppables Honey BBQ Potato Bites | 150 | 8g | 17g | 1g | 220mg | 1g | 1g |
| Lay’s Poppables Sea Salt & Vinegar | 140 | 8g | 16g | 0g | 220mg | <1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Simply Barbecue Thick Cut Potato Chips | 150 | 9g | 16g | 2g | 150mg | 1g | 1g |
| Lay’s Simply Sea Salt Thick Cut Potato Chips | 160 | 10g | 15g | 2g | 160mg | 1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Sour Cream & Onion Potato Chips | 160 | 10g | 15g | 2g | 160mg | <1g | 1g |
| Lay’s STAX Bacon Cheddar Potato Skins | 140 | 8g | 17g | 2g | 180mg | 1g | 1g |
| Lay’s STAX Buffalo Wing Ranch Potato Chips | 140 | 8g | 17g | 2g | 180mg | 1g | <1g |
| Lay’s STAX Original Chips | 150 | 8g | 17g | 2g | 140mg | 1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Wavy Hickory BBQ Potato Chips | 80 | 10g | 16g | 2g | 140mg | 1g | 1g |
| Lay’s Wavy Lightly Salted Potato Chips | 160 | 10g | 15g | 2g | 70mg | 1g | <1g |
| Lay’s Wavy Ranch Potato Chips | 160 | 10g | 15g | 2g | 140mg | 1g | 1g |
| Lay’s Wavy Reduced Fat | 140 | 7g | 18g | 2g | 160mg | 2g | |
| Lay’s Creamy Jalapeno Dip | 60 | 6g | 1g | 1g | 170mg | <1g | <1g |
| Lay’s French Onion Dip | 60 | 5g | 2g | <1g | 190mg | <1g | 0g |
| Lay’s Smooth Ranch Dip | 80 | 5g | 2g | <1g | 200mg | <1g | 0g |
Let us know in the comments section below which of these chips and dips are your favorite snacks.
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.
Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Lay’s