Papa John’s Buffalo Wings (16 Wings) Nutrition
Papa John’s Buffalo Wings can be ordered in various quantities, from 8 wings to a platter of 50. Select from a variety of dipping sauces such as the popular Ranch or Cheese sauces.
An order of 16 Buffalo Wings has 1,670 calories, 115 grams of fat, 16 grams of carbohydrates, and 133 grams of protein.
Read this guide for a detailed overview of the nutrition facts, calories, and ingredients in Papa John’s Buffalo Wings.
Buffalo Wings Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Nutritional information is based on a single serving measured as an order of 16 chicken wings with a total net weight of 748 grams.
Serving Size 16 Buffalo Wings
Calories
1,670% Daily Value
saturated fat
150%VERY HIGH
sodium
254%VERY HIGH
CHOLESTEROL
138%VERY HIGH
%DV based on 2,000 calorie daily diet
Any reference to percentage daily value (%DV) illustrates how much a nutrient contributes to a 2,000 calorie daily diet.
Papa John’s chicken wings may be ordered in various quantities. The nutritional information in this guide is based on an order of 16 Bone-In Buffalo Wings.
Calories
An order of 16 Papa John’s Buffalo Wings contains 1,670 calories.
Here is a summary of the amount of calories in a serving of 16 wings derived from fat, carbs, and protein:
As you can see, this dish is low-carb, but high in fats.
More than 60% of the total calories is derived from dietary fat. Protein contributes 33% of total calories and the remaining 5% is from carbohydrates.
The summary of calories by macronutrient above is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Papa John’s. Calories may vary by location or as a result of how the wings are prepared.
Total Calories by Order Size
Based on the above, there are approximately 105 calories in one Chicken Wing. All else being equal, total calories increase proportionally as the order quantity increases.
Here is a quick summary of the total calories based on the number of buffalo chicken wings in your order.
Total Fat
Each serving of eight bone-in buffalo wings has 115 grams of total fat, including 30 grams of saturated fat.
That is very high if this dish were consumed as one meal by an individual who follows a 2,000 calorie diet.
For context, general guidance from the FDA states that a nutrient with a 20% or greater daily value per serving is considered high. The amount of total fat and saturated fat in 16 Papa John’s chicken wings far exceeds that threshold.
In fact, one serving of 16 wings exceeds not only the per serving recommended limit, but also the limit for an entire day.
The amount of total fat has a 147% DV.
SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING
Cholesterol and Sodium
One order of 16 buffalo chicken wings contains 415 milligrams of dietary cholesterol, a 139% daily value (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
Moreover, a single order also exceeds the recommended daily intake of sodium. Specifically, 16 wings contains 5,840 milligrams of sodium.
Nutrition Summary
Serving Size 16 Buffalo Wings (748g)
CALORIES
1670TOTAL FAT
115g(147%DV)
CARBOHYDRATES
16g(3%DV)
PROTEIN
133g| Saturated Fat | 30g (150%DV) |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 415mg (138%DV) |
| Sodium | 5840 (254%DV) |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g (7%DV) |
| Total Sugars | 6g |
%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.
Ingredients and Allergens in Buffalo Wings
Ingredients
Here is the list of ingredients provided by Papa John’s for its Roasted Chicken Wings and the Buffalo Dipping Sauce.
Roasted Chicken Wings Ingredients:Chicken Wing Sections, Water, and Seasonings. Chicken is fried in Vegetable Oil.
Buffalo Dipping Sauce:Hot Sauce (aged red pepper, vinegar, salt, and garlic), Water, Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Soybean Oil, Xanthan Gum, Spices, Paprika.
What is Xanthan Gum?
Xanthan Gum is a polysaccharide (a long-chain carbohydrate) that is made from a bacteria through a fermentation process.
It’s often used a food additive for its thickening and stabilizing properties. It also helps prevent certain ingredients from separating (for example, the ingredients in a smoothie beverage).
This additive is often used in salad dressing, batters and breading, candies, and baked goods. It’s also used in the production of non-food products such as toothpaste and cosmetics.
Allergens
The food at Papa John’s is, generally speaking, made fresh to order. There is a likelihood that food is prepared on the same counters, with the same kitchen tools, and/or cooked in the same oil as other foods that may contain gluten, tree nuts, or other common allergens.
All food products at Papa John’s may come into contact with wheat or dairy in the restaurants.
Check Papa John’s Allergen Guide for additional information.
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, allergens and ingredients source: Papa John’s