Nutrition comparison · official data
Raising Cane's vs Chick-fil-A Nutrition
Calories, protein and sodium compared, side by side
Big number: the most protein in one order under 500 calories
Both chains publish nutrition information for their menus. We ran both through the same engine that powers our calculators, so every number here comes from Raising Cane's and Chick-fil-A's own figures. Updated Oct 2026.
At a glance
Key Differences
- Most protein under 500 calories36 g40 g3 × Chicken Finger12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets
- Calories in that order390380
- Signature item: calories1,270420Box ComboChick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich
- Signature item: sodium (daily value 2,300 mg)2,360 mg1,470 mg
- Menu items, sizes and ingredients117360
- Most protein for 500 calories or less: 40 g (380 calories) at Chick-fil-A for 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets, against 36 g (390 calories) at Raising Cane's for 3 × Chicken Finger.
- Sodium in one signature item each: 2,360 mg (103% of the daily value) at Raising Cane's for the Box Combo, and 1,470 mg (64%) at Chick-fil-A for the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich.
- Main dishes under 500 calories: 5 of 11 at Raising Cane's, and 49 of 78 at Chick-fil-A.
- Raising Cane's lists 117 menu items, sizes and ingredients; Chick-fil-A lists 360.
The details
Head to Head
| Raising Cane's | Chick-fil-A | |
|---|---|---|
| Most protein under 500 calories | 36 g, 390 cal3 × Chicken Finger | 40 g, 380 cal12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets |
| Signature item | 1,270 cal, 60 g proteinBox Combo | 420 cal, 29 g proteinChick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich |
| Sodium in that item | 2,360 mg (103% of daily value) | 1,470 mg (64% of daily value) |
| How you order | Set menu items | Set menu items |
| Menu items in our calculator | 117 | 360 |
| Nutrients published | calories, protein, carbs, fat, saturated fat, fiber, sugar, sodium | calories, protein, carbs, fat, saturated fat, fiber, sugar, sodium |
| Data checked | Oct 2026 | Oct 2026 |
Each "most protein" order is one main dish, without sides or drinks; see how we picked them.
Side by side
Protein at Raising Cane's and Chick-fil-A
Raising Cane's Highest-Protein Picks
Single items under 500 calories, most protein first.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 × Chicken Finger | 390 | 36 g | 690 mg |
| 2 × Chicken Finger | 260 | 24 g | 460 mg |
| Chicken Finger · 1.9 oz (55 g) | 130 | 12 g | 230 mg |
| 3 × Texas Toast | 450 | 12 g | 900 mg |
| 2 × Texas Toast | 300 | 8 g | 600 mg |
| Crinkle-Cut Fries · 5.1 oz (144 g) | 420 | 5 g | 320 mg |
Chick-fil-A's Highest-Protein Picks
Single items under 500 calories, most protein first.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets · 170g | 380 | 40 g | 1,820 mg |
| 4 ct Chick-fil-A Chick-n-Strips® · 181g | 410 | 39 g | 1,150 mg |
| 12 ct Grilled Nuggets · 142g | 200 | 38 g | 660 mg |
| Grilled Chicken Club w/ American · 230g | 490 | 34 g | 1,145 mg |
| Hash Brown Scramble Burrito w/ Grilled Filet - no hash brown · 258g | 500 | 34 g | 1,380 mg |
| Chick-fil-A® Deluxe Sandwich w/ American · 247g | 490 | 32 g | 1,710 mg |
Try them
Example Orders
Raising Cane's
| Order | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box Combo with sweet tea | 1,500 | 60 g | 2,385 mg |
| 3 Finger Combo with lemonade | 1,340 | 46 g | 1,840 mg |
| Caniac Combo | 1,810 | 87 g | 3,505 mg |
| Lighter: 3 fingers and coleslaw | 480 | 37 g | 1,025 mg |
| Sandwich Combo | 1,410 | 50 g | 1,965 mg |
Chick-fil-A
| Order | Cal | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-count nuggets meal | 980 | 32 g | 1,665 mg |
| Chicken sandwich and fries | 840 | 34 g | 1,710 mg |
| Lighter grilled nuggets | 295 | 39 g | 1,230 mg |
| Spicy Deluxe and mac & cheese | 990 | 54 g | 3,080 mg |
| Market Salad with grilled filet | 630 | 28 g | 1,370 mg |
| Chicken biscuit breakfast | 730 | 22 g | 1,950 mg |
Raising Cane's vs Chick-fil-A FAQ
Is Raising Cane's or Chick-fil-A healthier?
Neither is healthier across the board; it depends on what you order. By each chain's official numbers, the most protein you can get for 500 calories or less is 36 g at Raising Cane's and 40 g at Chick-fil-A. Comparing one signature item each: 1,270 calories and 2,360 mg of sodium at Raising Cane's for the Box Combo, against 420 calories and 1,470 mg at Chick-fil-A for the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich. Build your usual order in both calculators to compare exactly.
Which has more protein, Raising Cane's or Chick-fil-A?
Under 500 calories, Chick-fil-A comes out ahead: 36 g (390 calories) at Raising Cane's for 3 × Chicken Finger, and 40 g (380 calories) at Chick-fil-A for 12 ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets.
Which has less sodium, Raising Cane's or Chick-fil-A?
It depends on the order. Comparing one signature item each: 2,360 mg at Raising Cane's for the Box Combo, and 1,470 mg at Chick-fil-A for the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich. The daily value is 2,300 mg. Both calculators show sodium for every item, so you can pick lower-sodium options as you build.
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About This Data
Figures are from each chain's own published nutrition information, as used in our Raising Cane's calculator and Chick-fil-A calculator, where you will find the source and date. Portions are made by hand and vary. See how we source and check data.