Dave’s Hot Chicken Nutrition Calculator & Calorie Counter
Build your custom order and calculate your exact total calories, protein, carbs, fat, and sodium. Browse Combos #1–#4, tenders, sliders, bites, fries, Dave’s Sauce, shakes, and slushers below.
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How to Build & Calculate Your Meal in 4 Easy Steps
Follow these quick steps to calculate your exact meal nutrition and daily macro targets:
Select Category
Choose from Meals & Combos, Saucy Bites, Fries, Sides, Sauces, Shakes, Drinks, or NOT Chicken.
Customize Portions
Click on any product card or use "+ / −" buttons to set exact quantities for tenders, sliders, or sauce cups.
Review Macros
Your Total Calories, Protein, Net Carbs, Fat, and Sodium recalculate live in the summary panel on the right.
Track Daily Goals
Adjust your daily calorie goal (e.g. 2,000 kcal) to see what percentage of your target your order fulfills.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Quick Nutrition Reference Chart
Quick nutritional comparison of Dave’s Hot Chicken’s top signature combos, sliders, tenders, and sides:
| Menu Item / Combo | Calories (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Total Fat (g) | Sodium (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combo #1: 2 Tenders with Fries | 1,230 – 1,540 | 56 – 67g | 118 – 139g | 58 – 90g | 3,200 – 4,160mg |
| Combo #2: 2 Sliders with Fries | 1,500 – 1,800 | 68 – 77g | 140 – 164g | 75 – 106g | 3,500 – 4,040mg |
| Combo #3: 1 Tender + 1 Slider with Fries | 1,370 – 1,670 | 60 – 62g | 128 – 138g | 67 – 100g | 3,560 – 4,090mg |
| Combo #4: 1 Slider with Fries | 1,040 – 1,120 | 37g | 99 – 103g | 56 – 63g | 2,350 – 2,620mg |
| Single Hot Chicken Slider (A la Carte) | 680 – 780 | 32 – 38g | 48 – 56g | 38 – 46g | 1,420 – 1,800mg |
| Single Hot Chicken Tender (A la Carte) | 380 – 460 | 28 – 34g | 18 – 24g | 22 – 28g | 980 – 1,250mg |
| Dave’s Mac & Cheese | 340 – 390 | 11g | 36g | 18g | 890mg |
| Dave’s Signature Sauce (1.5 oz Cup) | 140 | 0g | 4g | 14g | 240mg |
How Do Spice Levels Affect Calories & Sodium?
Dave’s Hot Chicken offers 7 signature heat levels. Higher spice tiers require additional dips in spiced chili oils and heavy pepper dusting, creating slight caloric and sodium variations:
Level 1: No Spice
Pure crispy golden chicken. Lowest sodium level and baseline calories.
Level 2: Lite Mild
Gentle touch of paprika and mild seasoning (+10 kcal per tender).
Level 3: Mild
Classic light Nashville chili seasoning with balanced flavor (+15 kcal).
Level 4: Medium
The standard fan-favorite heat level (+20 kcal, +60mg sodium).
Level 5: Hot
Serious cayenne and habanero kick with rich spicy oil (+30 kcal).
Level 6: Extra Hot
Intense ghost pepper & habanero blend (+40 kcal, +120mg sodium).
Level 7: Reaper
Carolina Reaper pepper coating (waiver required in-store; +50 kcal).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How accurate is the Dave’s Hot Chicken nutrition calculator?
Our calculator uses published nutritional data and standard recipe formulations. Because Dave’s Hot Chicken hand-breads each tender and cooks fresh to order, natural portion variations (such as seasoning density or sauce pump amounts) can cause minor calorie fluctuations (+/- 5-10%).
How many calories are in Dave’s Signature Sauce?
One standard 1.5 oz dipping cup of Dave’s Signature Sauce contains approximately 140 calories, 14g of fat, and 4g of carbohydrates. If you order extra sauce cups, be sure to add each serving to your meal total in the calculator.
Which Dave’s Hot Chicken combo has the highest protein?
Combo #2 (2 Sliders with Fries) packs the highest protein total at 68 to 77 grams of protein, followed closely by Combo #1 (2 Tenders with Fries) delivering 56 to 67 grams of protein.
What are the best Keto and low-carb options at Dave’s Hot Chicken?
To build a low-carb or keto meal, order individual hot chicken tenders instead of sliders to eliminate bun carbs. Pair your tenders with a side of kale slaw (dressing on the side) and extra crinkle-cut pickles for a high-protein meal with under 15g net carbs.
Are there vegetarian or plant-based options at Dave’s Hot Chicken?
Yes! Dave’s Hot Chicken offers the NOT Chicken menu line, made from real whole cauliflower heads cut into tenders and sliders, seasoned with any of the 7 signature spice levels.
Does the calculator account for allergen cross-contamination?
The calculator displays allergens present in baseline ingredients (such as milk, wheat, egg, sesame, and soy). However, because restaurants use shared fryers and preparation tables, guests with severe food allergies must alert restaurant staff before placing an order.