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KFC Oxalate Guide

29 menu items analyzed for oxalate content

11 Safe15 Caution3 Avoid

These are estimates based on typical preparations and standard recipes. Actual oxalate values may vary based on specific preparations, seasonal ingredients, and regional menu differences. Always check with your server about specific ingredients.

Likely Safe Options

Low oxalate — generally kidney-friendly choices

Original Recipe Chicken

Likely Safe~1mg (1–2mg range)

Key Ingredients

paprika 0.8mgblack pepper 0.6mg

Spicy Original Recipe Chicken

Likely Safe~2mg (2–4mg range)

Key Ingredients

cayenne pepper 1.0mgpaprika 0.8mgblack pepper 0.6mg

Corn on the Cob

Likely Safe~2mg (1–4mg range)

Key Ingredients

corn 2.4mg

Kentucky Grilled Chicken

Likely Safe~3mg (2–4mg range)

Key Ingredients

onion powder 2.2mgblack pepper 0.4mg

Green Beans

Likely Safe~6mg (4–9mg range)

Key Ingredients

green beans 5.5mgblack pepper 0.6mg

Popcorn Nuggets

Likely Safe~8mg (5–11mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 7.5mgcornstarch 0.1mg

Kentucky Fried Chicken Nuggets

Likely Safe~8mg (5–12mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 7.5mgblack pepper 0.3mg

Sweet Kernel Corn

Likely Safe~11mg (7–17mg range)

Key Ingredients

sweet corn 11.0mg

KFC Wraps

Likely Safe~12mg (7–18mg range)

Key Ingredients

lettuce 8.0mgflour tortilla 3.0mgranch dressing 0.8mggarlic 0.2mg

Chocolate Chip Cookie

Likely Safe~16mg (10–24mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 15.0mgchocolate chips 0.8mg

Chicken Littles

Likely Safe~16mg (10–25mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 12.5mgbun 3.7mgdill pickle chips 0.2mg

Proceed with Caution

Moderate oxalate — pair with calcium-rich foods

Biscuit

Check Sides~17mg (10–26mg range)

Key Ingredients

flour 17.1mg

Classic Chicken Sandwich

Check Sides~21mg (13–31mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 20.0mgbrioche bun 0.6mgdill pickle chips 0.3mg

Extra Crispy Tenders

Check Sides~23mg (14–35mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 22.5mgblack pepper 0.3mgcornstarch 0.2mg

Extra Crispy Chicken

Check Sides~26mg (15–38mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 25.0mgblack pepper 0.3mgcornstarch 0.1mg

Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Check Sides~28mg (11–56mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 20.0mgspicy sauce 6.0mgcayenne pepper 1.0mgbrioche bun 0.6mgdill pickle chips 0.3mg

Famous Bowl

Check Sides~31mg (19–47mg range)

Key Ingredients

mashed potatoes 21.8mgsweet corn 8.0mggravy 1.4mg

Fries

Check Sides~32mg (13–63mg range)

Key Ingredients

potatoes 31.6mg

Apple Turnover

Check Sides~34mg (21–51mg range)

Key Ingredients

wheat flour 25.0mgcinnamon 8.4mgapples 0.7mg

Potato Wedges

Check Sides~35mg (14–71mg range)

Key Ingredients

potatoes 35.2mg

Spicy Famous Bowl

Check Sides~37mg (22–56mg range)

Key Ingredients

mashed potatoes 21.8mgsweet corn 8.0mgNashville Hot sauce 4.0mgcayenne pepper 3.3mg

Cole Slaw

Check Sides~39mg (24–59mg range)

Key Ingredients

green cabbage 31.5mgcarrots 7.1mgvinegar 0.6mg

Coleslaw

Check Sides~39mg (24–59mg range)

Key Ingredients

cabbage 31.5mgcarrots 7.1mgvinegar 0.6mg

Mashed Potatoes with Gravy

Check Sides~48mg (29–71mg range)

Key Ingredients

potatoes 43.7mgbrown gravy 1.9mgflour 1.9mg

Chicken Pot Pie

Check Sides~56mg (33–83mg range)

Key Ingredients

potatoes 19.4mgpie crust 14.4mgcarrots 11.9mgpeas 6.1mgflour 3.8mg

Chocolate Cake

Check Sides~64mg (38–96mg range)

Key Ingredients

cocoa powder 38.3mgwheat flour 22.5mgchocolate frosting 3.0mg

Best to Avoid

High oxalate — consider safer alternatives

8 Piece Meal

High Risk~61mg (24–122mg range)

Key Ingredients

side dishes 44.5mgwheat flour 12.5mgbiscuits 4.0mg

Mac & Cheese

High Risk~79mg (47–118mg range)

Key Ingredients

three-cheese sauce 68.4mgmacaroni pasta 8.4mgflour 1.9mg

12 Piece Meal

High Risk~92mg (37–184mg range)

Key Ingredients

side dishes 66.8mgwheat flour 19.0mgbiscuits 6.0mg

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