KFC Cheese Curds: 350 calories
- 17gProtein
- 17gCarbs
- 23gFat
- 640mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from KFC Full Nutrition Guide (U.S.), last checked October 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
KFC Cheese Curds nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese Curds | 350 | 17g | 17g | 23g | 640mg | 11g | — | 0g | 18% |
The KFC Cheese Curds is about 18% of a 2,000-calorie day and 28% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Cheese Curds ranks
- The Cheese Curds is the 7th highest in calories of the 24 items in the KFC “Sides” menu, and 6th for protein per calorie.
- Across the 85 items of the same kind we track at 14 chains, it is the 28th highest in calories; their average is 341 calories.
How to make a KFC order lighter
- Order the Secret Recipe Fries (individual) instead: 30 fewer calories, 5g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the KFC Cheese Curds takes about 79 minutes of brisk walking, 36 minutes of running (5 mph) or 36 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie sides at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- Dairy Queen Soft Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso: 340 calories, 10g protein
- Popeyes Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (Large): 310 calories, 7g protein
- Wendy's Sour Cream and Chive Baked Potato: 300 calories, 8g protein
- Panera Bread French Baguette (1/4 baguette): 290 calories, 9g protein
- Chick-fil-A Mac & Cheese (Medium): 450 calories, 20g protein
Questions people ask
The KFC Cheese Curds has 350 calories, with 17g of protein, 17g of carbs and 23g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Secret Recipe Fries (individual) has 320 calories, 30 fewer, but less protein (5g vs 17g).
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