Fast Food

Chick-fil-A Sandwich vs Popeyes Sandwich: Nutrition Comparison

The Chick-fil-A original chicken sandwich and the Popeyes classic chicken sandwich sparked one of the most famous fast food rivalries in recent years, and their nutritional profiles are worth examining side by side. Both are crispy fried chicken sandwiches on a brioche-style bun, but they differ in calorie density, seasoning style, and fat content. Neither is a health food, but if you are making a choice between the two, the calorie and sodium differences are worth considering. Both provide meaningful protein from the chicken fillet. As with all fast food, occasional consumption in the context of an otherwise balanced diet is the practical approach.


Nutrition Comparison

Nutrient
Chick-Fil-A Chicken Sandwich
1 sandwich (198g)*
Popeyes Classic Chicken Sandwich
1 sandwich (198.0g)
Calories 460.9 kcal 700 kcal
Total Fat 17.8 g 42 g
Saturated Fat 4.2 g 8 g
Cholesterol 73.3 mg 90 mg
Sodium 1466.7 mg 1440 mg
Total Carbs 42.9 g 50 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g 2 g
Sugars 6.3 g 8 g
Protein 30.4 g 28 g

* Nutrition data sourced from the USDA Food Central Database. Values marked with * have been normalized to match the larger serving size for a fair comparison. Individual products may vary.


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