Data last updated: April 2026

Chickpea vs Fried Chicken

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Chickpea 8
vs
2 Fried Chicken

Legumes & Soy vs Fast Food

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Chickpea Fried Chicken Better
Calories 164kcal 246kcal Chickpea
Protein 8.9g 18.5g Fried Chicken
Total Fat 2.6g 14.8g Chickpea
Carbohydrates 27.4g 9.3g Chickpea
Fiber 7.6g 0.3g Chickpea
Sugar 4.8g 0g Fried Chicken
Vitamin C 1.3mg 0mg Chickpea
Calcium 49mg 18mg Chickpea
Iron 2.9mg 1.1mg Chickpea
Potassium 291mg 194mg Chickpea

Macronutrient Breakdown

Chickpea

Protein: 8.9g Fat: 2.6g Carbs: 27.4g

Fried Chicken

Protein: 18.5g Fat: 14.8g Carbs: 9.3g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Chickpea vs Fried Chicken — Key Takeaway

Chickpea has 82 fewer calories per 100g than Fried Chicken, making it the lighter option. For protein, Fried Chicken leads with 18.5g per 100g. Chickpea is the better source of fiber at 7.6g per 100g.

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