Whataburger Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strip Sandwich
A Whataburger Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strip Sandwich is made with fried, breaded, and sauced chicken tenders, two slices of Monterey Jack cheese, and ranch dressing. It’s served on a large plain-top bun.
There are 990 calories, 54 grams of fat, 90 grams of carbohydrates, and 41 grams of protein in one fried chicken sandwich.
Review this fast food nutrition guide for an in-depth report of nutrition facts, ingredients, and allergens in Whataburger’s sandwich.
Chicken Sandwich Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts are based on a standard serving, excluding any substitutions or additional toppings.
Calories
There are 990 calories in a Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strip Sandwich from Whataburger.
Here is a summary of the calories by macronutrient, per serving:
The greatest proportion (46%) of total calories is derived from dietary fats. Carbohydrates make up 36% of the calories, and the remaining 18% is from protein.
Chicken Strip Sandwich
% calories from fat, carbs and proteinCalories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Whataburger fast food restaurant. Actual calories may vary as a result of how the sandwich is prepared onsite.
Time to Burn Calories
An average adult would need to run at a moderate pace for approximately 80 minutes to burn off the calories from one sandwich.
Here is a list of the approximate times required to burn off the 990 calories, by type of exercise.
FITNESS TIME TO BURN 990 CALORIES
Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.
Nutrition Facts
Review the following table, which shows nutrition facts for Whataburger’s Buffalo Chicken Strip sandwich topped with cheese and ranch dressing.
Amount (%DV) per Sandwich
Red indicates a high %DV.
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Calories |
990 |
%DV |
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Total Fat |
54g |
69% |
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Saturated Fat |
15g |
75% |
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Trans Fat |
0g | |
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Cholesterol |
95mg |
32% |
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Sodium |
2610mg |
113% |
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Carbohydrates |
90g |
33% |
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Dietary Fiber |
6g |
21% |
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Total Sugars |
10g | |
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Protein |
41g |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
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Daily Value
Daily Value (%DV) measures the amount of a nutrient per serving, relative to the recommended limit. Use %DV to compare and select foods for a balanced diet.
As shown in the chart below, a Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strip Sandwich is high in saturated fat and sodium.
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%DV |
Level | |
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Saturated Fat |
75% |
HIGH |
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Sodium |
113% |
HIGH |
%DV based on 2,000 calorie diet. FDA suggests a %DV of 5% or less is low and 20% or more is high.
Dietary Fats
One chicken strips sandwich contains 54 grams of total fat, including 15 grams of saturated fat, which is a 75% daily value. That is high.
To calculate %DV, divide the amount of a nutrient in one serving by the FDA-recommended daily limit.
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per Sandwich |
Daily Limit* |
Daily Value | |
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Total Fat |
54g |
78g |
69% |
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Saturated Fat |
15g |
20g |
75% |
*Based on FDA general nutrition advice for an adult following 2,000 calorie daily diet.
As general guidance, the U.S. FDA recommends consuming less saturated fat.
Whataburger’s sandwich has about 135 calories from saturated fat, approximately 14% of total calories.
Summary of Fat in Whataburger Sandwich
Sodium
One serving contains 2,610 milligrams of sodium, which is more than the recommended daily limit of 2,300mg.
Daily Value (%DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie diet, the standard measure used by the FDA for general nutrition advice. Calorie needs vary. Your %DV may be higher or lower depending on height, weight, and physical activity.
Ingredients and Allergens
Review the table below for a full list of ingredients in Whataburger’s Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich.
Ingredients
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Bun |
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Unbleached Enriched Flour, Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Wheat Gluten, Salt, Dough Conditioners, Monocalcium Phosphate, Sesame Flour, Soy Lecithin, Calcium Propionate (to retard spoilage) |
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Bun Oil |
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Liquid and Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Soy Lecithin, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Beta-Carotene (color), TBHQ and Citric Acid (protect flavor), Dimethylpolysiloxane (anti-foaming agent) |
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Chicken Strips |
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Chicken containing up to 12% solution of Water, Isolated Soy Protein, Salt, sodium Phosphate Batter & Breading: Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Salt, Leavening (sodium bicarbonate, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), Spices, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Natural Flavor Breading is set in vegetable oil Deep-fried in ZTF Whataburger liquid shortening |
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Monterey Jack Cheese |
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Cultured Milk and Skim Milk, Water, Cream, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbic Acid (preservative), Lactic Acid, Enzymes, Artificial Color, Soy Lecithin |
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Buttermilk Ranch Dressing |
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Soybean Oil, Cultured Buttermilk (nonfat milk solids, culture), Water, Egg Yolks, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, sugar, sour cream powder (cultured cream, nonfat milk), Parsley, Monosodium Glutamate, Buttermilk Powder, Whey Powder, Modified Food Starch, Lactic Acid, Maltodextrin, Dehydrated Soy Sauce (fermented soybeans, salt), Mushroom Powder, Butter Oil, Mustard Flour, Citric Acid, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate (preservative), Propylene Glycol Alginate, Gatural and Artificial Flavors, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Spices, Calcium Disodium EDTA (to protect flavor), Dextrose, Autolyzed Yeast Extract |
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Buffalo Sauce |
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Water, Aged Red Cayenne Pepper, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Soybean Oil, Modified Food Starch, Dehydrated Garlic, Xanthan Gum, Paprika, Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate (as preservatives), Natural and Artificial Flavor (includes milk), Calcium Disodium EDTA (to protect flavor) |
Allergens
The standard recipe for a Whataburger Chicken Strip sandwich is made with ingredients that contain egg, milk, sesame, soy, and wheat. It also contains gluten and MSG.
Whataburger menu items that are deep-fried may come in contact with other foods that contain gluten, wheat, dairy, egg, soybean, fish, or animal products.
Fast Food Sandwiches
Review the following table to compare calories, fat, carbs, protein, and sodium in popular fast food sandwiches.
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| Restaurant | Menu Item | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Big Fish | 570 | 30g | 58g | 19g | 1270mg |
| Chick-fil-A | Southwest Veggie Wrap | 630 | 47g | 36g | 27g | 1250mg |
| Chick-fil-A | Chicken Sandwich | 420 | 18g | 41g | 29g | 1460mg |
| Dairy Queen | Chicken Strip Sandwich | 550 | 26g | 62g | 18g | 990mg |
| Jersey Mike's | Original Italian (Mini) | 540 | 30g | 41g | 28g | 1529mg |
| Jimmy John's | Club Tuna (8") | 860 | 40g | 76g | 42g | 1980mg |
| Jimmy John's | Club Lulu (8") | 690 | 26g | 71g | 35g | 1760mg |
| KFC | Classic Chicken | 650 | 35g | 49g | 34g | 1260mg |
| McDonald's | Filet-O-Fish | 380 | 19g | 38g | 16g | 580mg |
| McDonald's | McCrispy Chicken | 470 | 20g | 46g | 26g | 1140mg |
| Popeyes | Spicy Chicken | 700 | 42g | 50g | 28g | 1635mg |
| Subway | Meatball Marinara (6") | 460 | 20g | 52g | 20g | 1130mg |
| Wendy's | Grilled Chicken Wrap | 420 | 16g | 41g | 28g | 1100mg |
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