Fried Chicken vs Taco
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Taco is generally healthier
Taco comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (155 vs 320), more fiber (2g vs 0g), less sodium (304mg vs 480mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Taco
155 kcal
More Protein
Fried Chicken
26g
More Fiber
Taco
2g
Less Sugar
Fried Chicken
0g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Fried Chicken
320
Taco
155
Proteinper 100g
Fried Chicken
26g
Taco
8g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Fried Chicken
9.4g
Taco
13g
Fatper 100g
Fried Chicken
17g
Taco
8g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Fried Chicken | Taco | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 320kcal | 155kcal✓ | +165.0kcal |
| Protein | 26g✓ | 8g | +18.0g |
| Carbohydrates | 9.4g✓ | 13g | -3.6g |
| Fat | 17g | 8g✓ | +9.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g✓ | -2.0g |
| Sugar | 0g✓ | 1g | -1.0g |
| Sodium | 480mg | 304mg✓ | +176.0mg |
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Fried Chicken
Per 100g:320 calories
Per cup (150g):480 calories
Per serving (85g):272 calories
Taco
Per 100g:155 calories
Per cup (150g):233 calories
Per serving (85g):132 calories
Diet Compatibility
Fried Chicken
Low-CarbHigh-Protein
Taco
No specific diet tags
When to Choose Fried Chicken
- ✓Higher in protein (26g vs 8g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (9.4g vs 13g)
- ✓Less sugar (0g vs 1g)
Common Uses
Quick mealsDining outSocial eatingConvenience
When to Choose Taco
- ✓Lower in calories (155 vs 320)
- ✓More fiber (2g vs 0g)
- ✓Lower sodium (304mg vs 480mg)
Common Uses
Quick mealsDining outSocial eatingConvenience