Dave’s Hot Chicken Calories — Full Menu Guide 2026

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Dave's Hot Chicken?

Dave's Hot Chicken meals range from 11 kcal to 1,858 kcal for single-serve items. Dave's #1 has 1,418 kcal (Not Hot / Lite Mild) and Dave's #2 has 1,789 kcal. See the full table above for every item.

What is the lowest calorie item at Dave's Hot Chicken?

Excluding zero-calorie drinks, Pickles are the lowest calorie item at just 11 kcal. For a more substantial option, Mac & Cheese (421 kcal), Single Tender (449 kcal) and Single Slider (553 kcal) are among the lower-calorie food choices.

What is the highest calorie item at Dave's Hot Chicken?

Dave's #2 is the highest calorie single-serve meal at 1,789 kcal (Not Hot / Lite Mild). The Feed A Crowd Hot Box - Sliders has 6,597 kcal but is designed for sharing and not a single-serve item.

Does the spice level affect calories?

Yes, for most meal items. The Mild to Reaper variants have slightly more calories and fat than the Not Hot / Lite Mild options. For example, Dave's #1 has 1,418 kcal (Not Hot) vs 1,487 kcal (Mild to Reaper). The calculator shows both variants.

How accurate are Dave's Hot Chicken calorie figures?

The values on this site are taken directly from the publicly available Dave's Hot Chicken nutritional guide PDF without modification. The PDF states that values are derived from a combination of theoretical calculations and laboratory analysis. Some variation may occur as ingredients are prepared by hand.