Dave’s Hot Chicken Protein — Every Menu Item Ranked
The highest protein item on the Dave’s Hot Chicken menu is Dave's #2 with 77g of protein per serving. All 21 food items are ranked below by protein content. Use the free macro calculator to see your total protein for a full meal.
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Full Menu Ranked by Protein
Meals, sides and shakes sorted by protein content (highest first). Drinks and slushers excluded. Items marked * use the Not Hot / Lite Mild variant.
| Item | Section | kcal | Protein ↓ | Carbs | Fat | Salt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dave's #2* | Meals | 1,789 | 77g | 164g | 89g | 7.5g |
| Dave's #3* | Meals | 1,604 | 72g | 152g | 76g | 6.6g |
| Dave's #1* | Meals | 1,418 | 67g | 139g | 64g | 5.7g |
| Top Loaded Fries - Large* | Meals | 1,559 | 50g | 126g | 92g | 9.2g |
| 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 |
| 10pc Dave's Bites* | Sides | 601 | 39g | 40g | 32g | 2.8g |
| Single Slider* | Sides | 553 | 35g | 41g | 27g | 2.5g |
| Top Loaded Fries - Regular* | Meals | 1,251 | 33g | 109g | 74g | 6.3g |
| Single Tender* | Sides | 449 | 30g | 32g | 22g | 2.4g |
| Top Loaded Fries - Small* | Sides | 958 | 20g | 95g | 54g | 4.2g |
| Chocolate Shake - Large | Shakes | 835 | 20g | 121g | 30g | 1g |
| Strawberry Shake - Large | Shakes | 813 | 20g | 115g | 30g | 1g |
| Vanilla Shake - Large | Shakes | 814 | 20g | 116g | 30g | 1g |
| Strawberry Shake - Regular | Shakes | 633 | 16g | 86g | 25g | 0.8g |
| Vanilla Shake - Regular | Shakes | 633 | 16g | 86g | 25g | 0.8g |
| Mac & Cheese | Sides | 421 | 15g | 38g | 22g | 1.8g |
| Chocolate Shake - Regular | Shakes | 612 | 15g | 86g | 23g | 0.8g |
| Cheese Fries | Sides | 715 | 8.2g | 83g | 38g | 2.9g |
| Dave's Sauce Tub | Sides | 819 | 1.9g | 24g | 79g | 3.5g |
| Pickles | Sides | 11 | 0g | 1.4g | 0g | 0.6g |
* Values shown for Not Hot / Lite Mild variant. Click any item name to see all spice variants.
Frequently asked questions
- How much protein does Dave's Hot Chicken have?
- Dave's Hot Chicken is a solid protein source. Dave's #2 leads with 77g of protein per serving. Individual items like the Single Tender (30g), Single Slider (35g) and 10pc Dave's Bites (39g) also pack significant protein.
- Which Dave's Hot Chicken item has the most protein?
- Dave's #2 is the highest protein single-serve meal with 77g of protein. Among sides, the 10pc Dave's Bites has 39g protein and the Single Slider has 35g protein.
- Is Dave's Hot Chicken good for a high-protein diet?
- Yes, Dave's Hot Chicken can be a good high-protein option. The core products are chicken tenders and sliders, which are naturally high in protein. A Dave's #2 meal provides over 70g of protein, which is substantial for a single meal.
- What is the protein content of Dave's Hot Chicken tenders?
- A Single Tender has 30g of protein per portion (449 kcal). The 10pc Dave's Bites has 39g of protein (601 kcal). For the highest protein meal option, Dave's #1 (67g protein) and Dave's #2 (77g protein) are the top choices.
- Does spice level affect the protein in Dave's Hot Chicken?
- The spice level has minimal effect on protein content. The Mild to Reaper variants of meals like Dave's #1 have 63g protein vs 67g protein for the Not Hot / Lite Mild version — a small difference likely due to measurement rounding.
Related nutrition guides
Based on Dave’s Hot Chicken’s published nutritional guide. Values may vary. Not affiliated with Dave’s Hot Chicken.