Price – Three Sides: $14.69 | 1140 cal
Price – Two Sides: $13.99 | 1140 cal
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Cracker Barrel’s Chicken Fried Chicken is a Southern staple featuring a tender, juicy chicken breast dipped in batter and fried to a golden crisp. It’s typically served with mashed potatoes, sawmill gravy, and green beans.
Nutrition
- Calories: 1140
- Fat: 60g
- Cholesterol: 205mg
- Sodium: 2910mg
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 74g
- Calcium: 180mg
- Iron: 4mg
- Potassium: 490mg
Allergens
- Wheat
- Soy
- Egg
- Milk
Gluten Information
- Wheat flour
- Barley
FAQs
What is the difference between chicken fried chicken and fried chicken?
Both involve fried chicken pieces, but chicken-fried chicken uses a flattened, often boneless chicken breast, dipped in batter and pan-fried. Traditional fried chicken uses bone-in pieces, coated in flour and typically deep-fried.
What does chicken-fried chicken taste like?
Chicken-fried chicken has a crispy, seasoned exterior and juicy, tender chicken inside. The flavor profile can vary depending on the spices used in the batter, but it generally has a savory and slightly peppery taste.
Is chicken-fried chicken healthy?
While offering some protein, chicken-fried chicken is typically high in calories, fat, sodium, and carbohydrates. It’s recommended to enjoy it occasionally as part of a balanced diet.
What sides come with chicken-fried chicken at Cracker Barrel?
Cracker Barrel typically offers various sides for purchase with their entrees, but the specific options may vary depending on location. Popular choices include mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, green beans, and fried apples.