Calorie guide · Korean
Korean fried chickencalories and macros
One serving of Korean fried chicken has about 490 kcal, with 31 g protein, 39 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat. That is roughly 26% of calories from protein, 33% from carbs and 41% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein31 g26%
- Carbs39 g33%
- Fat22 g41%
Korean fried chicken coats 150 g of boneless chicken thigh in 25 g of starch, fries it twice for an extra-crisp shell and tosses it in a glaze of 15 g gochujang, 10 g honey, soy sauce and garlic. A serving is roughly 490 kcal with 31 g of protein and 39 g of carbohydrates, which come from the starch coating and the sweet glaze, while about 15 g of absorbed frying oil and the thigh meat provide most of the 22 g of fat.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~190 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 258 kcal | 490 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 16.3 g | 31 g | 26% |
| Carbs | 20.5 g | 39 g | 33% |
| Fat | 11.6 g | 22 g | 41% |
How many calories in 100 g of Korean fried chicken?
A typical serving of Korean fried chicken weighs about 190 g, so 100 g has about 258 kcal, 16.3 g protein, 20.5 g carbohydrates and 11.6 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 95 g | 245 | 15.5 g | 19.5 g | 11 g |
| 1 serving | 190 g | 490 | 31 g | 39 g | 22 g |
| 1½ servings | 285 g | 735 | 46.5 g | 58.5 g | 33 g |
| 2 servings | 380 g | 980 | 62 g | 78 g | 44 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 258 | 16.3 g | 20.5 g | 11.6 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 516 | 32.6 g | 41.1 g | 23.2 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Korean fried chicken
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Sugars | 13 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 3.5 g | 18% |
| Sodium | 1,040 mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 440 mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 µg | 25% |
Allergens in Korean fried chicken
- Gluten
- Sesame
- Soy
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Korean fried chicken fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Korean fried chicken?
For a 70 kg adult, the 490 kcal in one serving is about 114 minutes of comfortable walking or 83 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 114 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 83 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Crisp double-fried chicken thigh pieces tossed in a sticky, sweet and spicy gochujang glaze with sesame seeds.
- 150g Chicken Thigh (boneless)
- 25g Potato or Corn Starch
- 15g Oil (absorbed)
- 15g Gochujang, 10g Honey, 6g Soy Sauce
- Garlic, Sesame Seeds
How to make it
- Cut 150 g chicken thigh into bite-sized pieces, season with salt, pepper and grated garlic, then toss in 25 g starch until evenly coated.
- Heat oil to 170°C and fry the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes until pale golden and cooked through. Drain on a rack for 3 minutes.
- Raise the oil to 185°C and fry the pieces again for 1 to 2 minutes until deeply crisp. Drain well.
- In a small pan, warm 15 g gochujang, 10 g honey, 6 g soy sauce and a splash of water for 1 minute until glossy.
- Toss the hot chicken in the glaze, sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve right away.
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How to make it lighter
- Air-fry the starch-coated chicken at 200°C for about 18 minutes, shaking halfway; it gets crisp with very little oil.
- Use chicken breast and serve the glaze on the side for dipping instead of tossing every piece.
- Pair it with pickled radish and a big cucumber salad rather than fries or extra rice.
Lighter alternatives
More Korean dishes
Work out your own daily calorie target with the calorie calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Korean fried chicken?
A typical serving of Korean fried chicken has about 490 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Korean fried chicken?
About 258 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 190 g with 490 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Korean fried chicken high in protein?
Yes. With about 31 g of protein per serving (26% of its calories), Korean fried chicken is a good protein source.
Can I eat Korean fried chicken while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Korean fried chicken?
Roughly 114 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 83 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Korean fried chicken vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Korean fried chicken contains meat or fish.
Is Korean fried chicken gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make Korean fried chicken lighter?
Air-fry the starch-coated chicken at 200°C for about 18 minutes, shaking halfway; it gets crisp with very little oil. Use chicken breast and serve the glaze on the side for dipping instead of tossing every piece. Pair it with pickled radish and a big cucumber salad rather than fries or extra rice.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (190 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.