How to order it
McChicken Patty·Regular Bun·Shredded Lettuce·Mayonnaise
How we scored it
The McChicken is heavily penalized due to its ultra-processed nature and the presence of multiple industrial seed oils, hydrogenated oils, and refined flours. These factors, combined with a long list of additives, significantly impact its health rating.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 sandwich (139g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 390 | |
| Total fat | 21g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 3.5g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 560mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38g | 14% |
| Dietary fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugars | 4g | |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
McDonald's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Vegetable OilVery Bad
Vegetable oils are often highly processed and may contain trans fats or unhealthy omega-6 fatty acids.
See more about Vegetable Oil →Canola OilVery Bad
Canola oil is highly processed and may contain trans fats or other undesirable compounds.
See more about Canola Oil →Corn OilVery Bad
Corn oil is highly processed and often contains omega-6 fats that can promote inflammation.
See more about Corn Oil →Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is heavily processed and may contain trans fats or other undesirable components.
See more about Soybean Oil →Hydrogenated Soybean OilVery Bad
Hydrogenated soybean oil contains trans fats, which are linked to negative health effects.
See more about Hydrogenated Soybean Oil →Vegetable ProteinsVery Bad
Processed vegetable proteins are highly refined and may contain additives or preservatives.
PeaVery Bad
Pea ingredients are processed and may contain additives or be highly refined.
FabaVery Bad
Faba ingredients are processed and may contain additives or be highly refined.
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