Flame-grilled sounds lighter than fried, but it doesn’t automatically mean fewer calories. This Burger King nutrition calculator covers the Whopper lineup, chicken items and sides, so you can see how your order actually stacks up rather than going by the cooking method alone.
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How to Use This Burger King Calculator
Add your burgers, chicken and sides as you build your order. The Whopper and Chicken Fries both have optional add-ons — cheese, bacon, dipping sauces — so you can see exactly how much each extra is adding before you order it for real.
Burger King Nutrition Facts, by Category
Burgers
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whopper | 660 cal | 28 g | 49 g | 40 g | 980 mg |
| Whopper with Cheese | 730 cal | 31 g | 50 g | 46 g | 1310 mg |
| Bacon King | 1150 cal | 61 g | 50 g | 79 g | 2150 mg |
Chicken
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fries (9 pc) | 290 cal | 15 g | 20 g | 17 g | 840 mg |
| Original Chicken Sandwich | 660 cal | 24 g | 52 g | 39 g | 1330 mg |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 470 cal | 19 g | 45 g | 24 g | 1090 mg |
Sides & Desserts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Fries (Medium) | 380 cal | 5 g | 48 g | 18 g | 560 mg |
| Onion Rings (Medium) | 320 cal | 4 g | 40 g | 16 g | 460 mg |
| Hershey's Sundae Pie | 300 cal | 3 g | 33 g | 18 g | 135 mg |
Values are approximate reference figures compiled from publicly available nutrition information and standard menu preparations. Recipes, portion sizes and availability vary by location and change over time — always confirm current figures on Burger King's official nutrition resources before making dietary decisions.
How Many Calories Are in a Whopper?
A plain Whopper is approximately 660 calories, with 28g of protein, 49g of carbs and 40g of fat. Adding cheese brings it to around 730 calories, and the Bacon King — two beef patties, cheese and bacon — is in a different league entirely at roughly 1,150 calories, more than half of a full day’s calories for many people in a single sandwich.
Chicken Fries vs. a Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Fries (9 pieces) come in relatively moderate at around 290 calories on their own, but they’re often ordered alongside a burger rather than instead of one, which is where the real total comes from. A full Original Chicken Sandwich, by comparison, is about 660 calories on its own — essentially tied with a plain Whopper, despite chicken often being assumed to be the lighter choice.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burger King Nutrition
A Whopper with cheese is approximately 730 calories, with about 31g of protein, 50g of carbs and 46g of fat.
Not necessarily. An Original Chicken Sandwich (about 660 calories) is comparable to a plain Whopper, largely because of the breading and mayo-based sauce. A Crispy Chicken Sandwich at roughly 470 calories is a lighter chicken option if that’s what you’re after.
Among the items covered here, Chicken Fries (9 piece) at around 290 calories is one of the lighter individual items, though it’s a side rather than a full meal on its own.
These figures are approximate reference values compiled from publicly available nutrition information for standard U.S. menu preparations. Confirm exact, current figures using Burger King’s own official nutrition resources.
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