Wendy's Classic Chicken Sandwich: 550 calories
- 28gProtein
- 55gCarbs
- 25gFat
- 1,630mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from Wendy's Online Menu Nutrition (U.S.), last checked September 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
Wendy's Classic Chicken Sandwich nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Chicken Sandwich | 550 | 28g | 55g | 25g | 1,630mg | 28% |
The Wendy's Classic Chicken Sandwich is about 28% of a 2,000-calorie day and 71% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How to make a Wendy's order lighter
- Order the Chicken Nuggets (10 pc) instead: 120 fewer calories, 23g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Wendy's Classic Chicken Sandwich takes about 124 minutes of brisk walking, 57 minutes of running (5 mph) or 57 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
The closest item of the same kind at other chains:
- Chick-fil-A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich: 540 calories, 34g protein
- Burger King Royal Crispy Chicken: 600 calories, 31g protein
- KFC Spicy Chicken Sandwich: 620 calories, 34g protein
- McDonald's McChicken: 390 calories, 14g protein
Questions people ask
The Wendy's Classic Chicken Sandwich has 550 calories, with 28g of protein, 55g of carbs and 25g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Chicken Nuggets (10 pc) has 430 calories, 120 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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