Calorie comparison
Fried Chicken vs Pepperoni Pizza
Per 100 grams, fried chicken is the lighter choice by 9 calories, while fried chicken delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Fried Chicken | Pepperoni Pizza |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 | 282 |
| Protein | 19 g | 12 g |
| Carbs | 8 g | 32 g |
| Fat | 18 g | 12 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍗 Fried Chicken
1 drumstick (59 g)
161 cal
11.2 g protein · 4.7 g carbs · 10.6 g fat
🍕 Pepperoni Pizza
1 slice (111 g)
313 cal
13.3 g protein · 35.5 g carbs · 13.3 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, fried chicken or pepperoni pizza?
Per 100 g, fried chicken has 273 calories and pepperoni pizza has 282. Fried Chicken is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, fried chicken or pepperoni pizza?
Fried Chicken has 19 g of protein per 100 g; pepperoni pizza has 12 g. Fried Chicken wins on protein.
Is fried chicken or pepperoni pizza better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward fried chicken — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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