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BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2518519, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

259
Caloriesmoderate density
27.1g
Proteinhigh · 54% DV
8.2g
Carbslow · 3% DV
12.9g
Fatgood source · 17% DV
259 calories per 100g

BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ contains 259 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 27.1g of protein, 12.9g of fat, and 8.2g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the Branded Food database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 90% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ is a protein standout, richer in protein than 90% of USDA whole foods.

27.1g
protein per 100g
Top 10%
protein vs USDA whole foods
259
calories per 100g
1.2g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

FDA labeling rules →

BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ by Banquet contains 259 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 27.1g of protein, 12.9g of fat, and 8.2g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 1.2g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

💪 High Protein High Sodium

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ is catalogued there as FDC ID 2518519, a branded food entry from Banquet. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC Branded Food program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

By the per-100g standardization, BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ reads as high protein, high sodium within common dietary frameworks. Check the full breakdown above for vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ is a high-protein food (by FDA per-100g convention), making it suitable for muscle building and recovery diets.

At 4% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Note: at 647mg per 100g (28% of the 2,300mg daily limit), this food is relatively high in sodium. Those monitoring salt intake should factor this in.

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list, always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 259 % Daily Value* Total Fat 13g 17% Saturated Fat 3g 15% Trans Fat 0.6g Cholesterol 82mg 27% Sodium 647mg 28% Total Carbohydrate 8g 3% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Total Sugars 0g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 27g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 0mg 0% Iron 1mg 5% Potassium 371mg 8% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

259
Calories per 100g

259 kcal = 13% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%13of 2,000 kcal
259 kcal = 13% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 27.1gF: 12.9gC: 8.2g
27.1g
Protein
54% DV
12.9g
Total Fat
17% DV
8.2g
Carbs
3% DV
1.2g
Fiber
4% DV
647mg
Sodium
28% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ ranks on protein

Its 27.1g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

27 Top 10% higher than 90% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). Below this entry. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Below this entry. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Below this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Below this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). This entry sits in this band. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 8.2 G
3%
Energy 259 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 1.2 G
4%
Protein 27.1 G
54%
Total Sugars 0.00 G
Total lipid (fat) 12.9 G
17%

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 0 MG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 0 MG
0%
Iron, Fe 1 MG
5%
Potassium, K 371 MG
8%
Sodium, Na 647 MG
28%
Vitamin A, IU 0 IU

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 82 MG
27%
Fatty acids, total saturated 2.9 G
15%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.59 G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 5.9 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 2.9 G

Key takeaways

  • BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ delivers 27.1g of protein per 100g, more than 90% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 259 calories per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits high protein, high sodium patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ? ▼
BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ contains 259 calories per 100g. It has 27.1g of protein, 12.9g of fat, and 8.2g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ? ▼
Per 100g, BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ has 27.1g protein (42% of calories), 12.9g fat, and 8.2g carbs. Fiber: 1.2g.
How much sodium is in BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ? ▼
BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ contains 647mg of sodium per 100g, which is 28% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ high in fiber? ▼
BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ contains 1.2g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 4% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ keto-friendly? ▼
BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ has 8.2g of carbs per 100g (13% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ good for a diet? ▼
BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ has 259 calories per 100g. With 27.1g of protein, it can help with satiety. Fat content: 12.9g.
How does BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ compare to other foods? ▼
BANQUET Country Fried Chicken, 28 OZ provides 259 calories and 27.1g protein per 100g. That is 10 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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USDA FoodData Central
Federal nutrient database, every nutrient figure here
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FDA Food Labeling & Nutrition
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NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
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FDA Food Recalls
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans
USDA + HHS joint nutrition guidance

Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2518519) — Branded Food database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

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Every figure on GetFoodFacts is rendered directly from official USDA FoodData Central records, no number is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.