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KFC • Keto & Low-Carb Guide • Updated June 2026

Keto Options at KFC

Quick Answer: KFC has 11 keto options. The lowest-carb option at KFC is the Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick with 0g carbs (80 cal). Top pick overall: the House Side Salad (15 cal, 1g protein, Nom Score A).

11Keto Options
199Total Analyzed
ABest Grade
Top rated

Top Keto Picks at KFC

1
A
House Side Salad
Cal
15
Prot
1g
Sod
10
Sug
2g
2
B
Caesar Side Salad
Cal
40
Prot
3g
Sod
90
Sug
1g
3
B
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick
Cal
80
Prot
11g
Sod
220
Sug
0g
Item
Grade
Cal
Protein
Carbs
Sodium
1
House Side SaladNom’s Top Pick
Great sodium & sat fat. Light on protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
A
15
1g
3g
10mg
2
Caesar Side Salad
Great portion & fiber. Watch the sodium. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
B
40
3g
2g
90mg
3
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick
Grilled. Great sugar & portion. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Original Recipe pressure-cooked, Extra Crispy deep-fried
B
80
11g
0g
220mg
4
Hot & Spicy Wings (1)
Great sugar & portion. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
B
90
5g
3g
180mg
5
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast
Grilled. Great sat fat & sugar. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Original Recipe pressure-cooked, Extra Crispy deep-fried
B
210
38g
0g
710mg
6
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Whole Wing
Grilled. Great sugar & portion. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Original Recipe pressure-cooked, Extra Crispy deep-fried
B
70
9g
0g
180mg
7
Kentucky Grilled Chicken Thigh
Grilled. Great sugar & portion. Watch the sodium. Light on fiber. · Original Recipe pressure-cooked, Extra Crispy deep-fried
C
150
17g
0g
420mg
8
Green Beans
Great sat fat & portion. Watch the sodium. Light on protein. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
C
25
1g
5g
300mg
9
Mike’s Hot Honey Hot & Spicy Wings (1)
Great sat fat & portion. Watch the sodium & sugar. Light on fiber. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
C
110
5g
9g
180mg
10
Green Beans (Family)
Great sat fat & portion. Watch the sodium. · Signature 11 herbs and spices blend
C
80
4g
15g
930mg
See all 11 keto options at KFC
The Nom Score read

KFC’s 11 keto options are led by the House Side Salad: Nom Score A (85/100), 15 calories, 1g protein, and 10mg sodium. The Kentucky Grilled Chicken Breast carries the most protein at 38g. Most come from the Grilled Chicken menu (4 of 10). Net carbs across the picks run 0–9g.

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What to Avoid

These items at KFC don’t meet keto criteria:

!
MNT DEW Sweet Lightning (20 fl oz)
drink, not a meal — dessert/bakery item
!
BBQ Baked Beans (Family)
117g net carbs (max 10) — 63g sugar (max 8)
!
7UP (20 fl oz)
drink, not a meal — 58g net carbs (max 10)
!
7UP (30 fl oz)
drink, not a meal — 87g net carbs (max 10)
!
Classic Lemonade (1/2 Gallon)
drink, not a meal — 234g net carbs (max 10)
Order smarter

Pro Tips: How to Order Keto at KFC

✓
Order grilled chicken when available—it has 0g carbs vs 10-15g for breaded
✓
Skip the biscuit, mashed potatoes, and mac & cheese—all high carb
✓
Green beans (25 cal, 2g carbs) are the best keto-friendly side
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Heading out or stuck without options? Keep keto snacks on hand  so a keto choice is always within reach.
FAQ

Common questions about keto at KFC

Is KFC good for keto diets?

Yes — KFC has 11 keto options, topped by the House Side Salad (Nom Score A).

What’s the best keto option at KFC?

The House Side Salad is the best choice with 15 calories, 1g protein, and a Nom Score of A.

What is the lowest-carb item at KFC?

The lowest-carb option at KFC is the Kentucky Grilled Chicken Drumstick with 0g carbs (80 cal).

How we ranked these: Every item is scored by the Nom Score, which weighs sodium, saturated fat, sugar, portion size, fiber, and protein per calorie against FDA daily-value guidance. Data comes from KFC’s published nutrition information.
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Nutrition data verified. Calorie counts and macros are taken from KFC’s official published nutrition data. How the Nom Score works →

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