Dave’s Hot Chicken Low Calorie Options — Ranked Food Guide
Every food itemat Dave’s Hot Chicken ranked by calorie count — meals, sides and individual pieces only. The lowest calorie chicken option is the Single Tender at 449 kcal with 30g protein. Use the free calorie calculator to build a lower-calorie order.
Best low calorie food options
Meals and sides only — zero-calorie drinks excluded from this ranking.
Best high protein, low calorie choices
Ranked by protein per 100 kcal — highest return on your calorie budget.
Lowest calorie combo meals
Full meal deals including fries and a drink, ranked lowest to highest.
- 1Top Loaded Fries - Regular1,251 kcal33g prot
- 210pc Dave's Bites w/ Fries1,271 kcal46g prot
- 3Dave's #41,299 kcal43g prot
- 4Dave's #11,418 kcal67g prot
- 5Top Loaded Fries - Large1,559 kcal50g prot
- 6Dave's #31,604 kcal72g prot
- 7Dave's #21,789 kcal77g prot
Lowest calorie sides & individual items
À la carte items you can order individually, ranked lowest to highest.
- 1Pickles11 kcal0g prot
- 2Mac & Cheese421 kcal15g prot
- 3Single Tender449 kcal30g prot
- 4Single Slider553 kcal35g prot
- 510pc Dave's Bites601 kcal39g prot
- 6Cheese Fries715 kcal8.2g prot
- 7Dave's Sauce Tub819 kcal1.9g prot
- 8Top Loaded Fries - Small958 kcal20g prot
Build a meal under 1,000 calories
Realistic combinations with total calories and protein — food only, no drink included unless noted.
| Order | kcal | Protein | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Tender | 449 | 30g | Leanest way to get chicken — one tender on its own. |
| Single Tender + Pickles | 460 | 30g | Add a side for almost no extra calories. |
| Single Tender + Mac & Cheese | 870 | 45g | Most popular lower-calorie build — just under 900 kcal. |
| Single Slider + Mac & Cheese | 974 | 50g | A step up in size and still under 1,000 kcal. |
| 10pc Dave's Bites + Mac & Cheese | 1,022 | 54g | Highest protein build just over 1,000 kcal. |
| Dave's #4 | 1,299 | 43g | Lowest calorie combo meal with fries and drink included. |
Individual item orders do not include a drink. Dave’s #4 is a full meal deal including fries and a regular drink.
Build a lower-calorie meal
Use the free calculator to add your chosen items and see exact calories, protein, carbs and fat for your full order.
All food items ranked by calories
Meals and sides only — drinks, shakes and slushers are excluded. Items marked * show Not Hot / Lite Mild values.
| Item | Section | kcal ↑ | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Salt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pickles | Sides | 11 | 0g | 1.4g | 0g | 0.6g |
| Mac & Cheese | Sides | 421 | 15g | 38g | 22g | 1.8g |
| Single Tender* | Sides | 449 | 30g | 32g | 22g | 2.4g |
| Single Slider* | Sides | 553 | 35g | 41g | 27g | 2.5g |
| 10pc Dave's Bites* | Sides | 601 | 39g | 40g | 32g | 2.8g |
| Cheese Fries | Sides | 715 | 8.2g | 83g | 38g | 2.9g |
| Dave's Sauce Tub | Sides | 819 | 1.9g | 24g | 79g | 3.5g |
| Top Loaded Fries - Small* | Sides | 958 | 20g | 95g | 54g | 4.2g |
| Top Loaded Fries - Regular* | Meals | 1,251 | 33g | 109g | 74g | 6.3g |
| 10pc Dave's Bites w/ Fries* | Meals | 1,271 | 46g | 120g | 66g | 5.2g |
| Dave's #4* | Meals | 1,299 | 43g | 125g | 68g | 5.3g |
| Dave's #1* | Meals | 1,418 | 67g | 139g | 64g | 5.7g |
| Top Loaded Fries - Large* | Meals | 1,559 | 50g | 126g | 92g | 9.2g |
| Dave's #3* | Meals | 1,604 | 72g | 152g | 76g | 6.6g |
| Dave's #2* | Meals | 1,789 | 77g | 164g | 89g | 7.5g |
* Values shown for Not Hot / Lite Mild variant. Click any item name to see all spice variants.
Low calorie drink options
Drinks are excluded from the food rankings above but choosing the right drink makes a meaningful difference to your total order calories.
Zero calorie (0 kcal)
- Still Water - 330ml Can0 kcal
- Sparkling Water - 330ml Can0 kcal
- Coca Cola Zero 330ml Can0 kcal
- Coca Cola Zero - Large0 kcal
- Coca Cola Zero - Regular0 kcal
- Diet Coke 330ml Can0 kcal
- Diet Coke - Large0 kcal
- Diet Coke - Regular0 kcal
- Sprite Zero 330ml Can0 kcal
- Sprite Zero - Large0 kcal
- Sprite Zero - Regular0 kcal
- Dr Pepper Zero - Large0 kcal
- Dr Pepper Zero - Regular0 kcal
Under 100 kcal
- Fanta 330ml Can59 kcal
- Lipton Peach Iced Tea60 kcal
- Lipton Lemon Iced Tea60 kcal
Frequently asked questions
- What is the lowest calorie meal at Dave's Hot Chicken?
- The Top-Loaded Fries Regular (Meal) is the lowest calorie full combo at 1,251 kcal. If you order individual items rather than a meal deal, the Single Tender (449 kcal, 30g protein) is the most calorie-efficient chicken option.
- What is the best low calorie food choice at Dave's Hot Chicken?
- The Single Tender (449 kcal, 30g protein) offers the best combination of low calories and high protein. Pairing it with Mac & Cheese gives you 870 kcal and 45g protein — a solid choice for a calorie-controlled diet.
- Can I eat Dave's Hot Chicken on a calorie deficit?
- Yes. Individual items like the Single Tender (449 kcal) or Single Slider (553 kcal) are manageable within a 2,000 kcal daily budget. Order individual sides rather than combo meals to keep calories down.
- What are the lowest calorie sides at Dave's Hot Chicken?
- Pickles (11 kcal) are the lowest. Mac & Cheese (421 kcal, 15g protein) is the most balanced low-calorie side. The Single Tender (449 kcal) and Single Slider (553 kcal) are higher in protein and still relatively low in calories.
- Are Dave's Hot Chicken drinks low calorie?
- Diet variants (Coke Zero, Diet Coke, Sprite Zero, Dr Pepper Zero) and water have 0 kcal. Fanta Can and Lipton Iced Tea sit around 59–60 kcal. Regular sodas and slushers range from 132–248 kcal. Drinks are excluded from the food rankings on this page.
Related nutrition guides
Based on Dave’s Hot Chicken’s published nutritional guide. Values may vary. Not affiliated with Dave’s Hot Chicken.