Dave’s Hot Chicken Nutrition Facts Full Guide 2026

Welcome to the Dave’s Hot Chicken Nutrition Facts Full Guide 2026! This guide provides a detailed breakdown of calories, protein, fat, carbs, sodium, and more for popular menu items like tenders, sliders, loaded fries, shakes, and sides. Dave’s is known for Nashville-style hot chicken with customizable spice levels (No Spice to Reaper). Spice mainly impacts sodium slightly, not calories much. For the most accurate info, always check in-store, the official app, or daveshotchicken.com.

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary. For the most accurate information, check the official Dave’s Hot Chicken app, in-store, or their website. visit our Dave’s Hot Chicken menu with prices.

Dave’s Hot Chicken Nutrition information

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Quick Calorie Answers for Popular Searches

Popular Search	Item Details	Calories Range	Best For
#1 Combo Calories	2 Tenders + Fries	1,420–1,540	High Protein Meal
#2 Combo Calories	2 Sliders + Fries	1,540–1,800	Bigger Appetite
#3 Combo Calories	1 Tender + 1 Slider + Fries	1,490–1,670	Balanced Combo
#4 Combo Calories	1 Slider + Fries	1,200–1,400	Lighter Combo
2 Sliders Calories	Plain 2 Sliders (no fries)	1,240–1,360	Quick Snack
Vegetarian Calories	Single Cauli Tender	350–400	Low Calorie Option
Vegetarian Combo	2 Cauli Tenders + Fries	~750	Vegetarian Meal
Vegetarian Combo	2 Cauli Sliders + Fries	~1,340	Heavier Vegetarian

Chicken Tenders & Sliders Nutrition

Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Fat (g)	Carbs (g)	Sodium (mg)
Single Tender (No Spice to Mild)	490–550	25–37	33–35	31–56	1,210–1,480
2 Tenders + Fries Combo	1,420–1,540	53–56	78–90	118	3,620–4,160
Single Slider (No Spice to Mild)	620–680	31	37–43	41–42	1,150–1,420
2 Sliders + Fries Combo	1,540–1,800	50–68	78–106	140–275	3,500–4,040
1 Tender + 1 Slider + Fries	1,490–1,670	50–62	78–79	130–275	2,500+

High in protein from juicy chicken, but fried breading adds calories and sodium.Tip: Single tenders offer solid protein (~25-37g) – great post-workout, but combos are sodium-heavy.

Dave’s Bites & Loaded Fries Nutrition

Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Fat (g)	Carbs (g)	Sodium (mg)
10 pc Dave’s Bites	550–900	30–45	30–50	40–50	1,200–1,500
Regular Fries	~440	6	22	60	~1,200
Cheese Fries	460–600	6–15	22–35	60	~1,330
Small Loaded Fries	~1,200	~35	~60	~130	~2,200
Regular Loaded Fries	~1,500	~40	~70	~150	~2,300
Large Loaded Fries	~1,800	~45	~80	~170	~2,500

Loaded fries are indulgent and best shared.Tip: Share loaded fries to cut calories in half!

Dave’s Not Chicken (Cauliflower) Nutrition – Vegetarian Option

Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Fat (g)	Carbs (g)	Sodium (mg)
Single Cauli Tender	350–400	6–8	17–20	40–50	850–900
2 Cauli Tenders + Fries	~750	~13	~35	~98	~2,050
2 Cauli Sliders + Fries	~1,340	~22	~58	~158	~3,200

Lighter alternative with less protein.Tip: Pair with kale slaw for a balanced veggie meal.

Sides & Extras Nutrition

Kale slaw is the lowest-calorie side.

Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Fat (g)	Carbs (g)	Sodium (mg)
Kale Slaw	100–270	1–2	8–26	8–12	150–250
Mac & Cheese	290–400	10–15	12–18	30–40	500–700
Dave’s Sauce (Small)	~180	0	18	2	~200

Shakes & Top-Loaded Shakes Nutrition

High-sugar desserts – treat yourself sparingly.

Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Fat (g)	Carbs (g)	Sugar (g)
Small Shake (Classic Flavors)	440-480	8-10	16-35	60-75	45-65
Large Shake	740-950	15-17	30-58	110-140	85-120
Top-Loaded (Oreo/M&M Large)	950-1,100	15-22	40-73	120-130	75-95

Slushers, Frozen Drinks & Soft Drinks Nutrition

Opt for zero-sugar options.

Item	Calories	Fat (g)	Carbs (g)	Sugar (g)	Sodium (mg)
Frozen Slushers (16oz)	~220	0	55	~53	Low
Large Regular Soft Drink	~340	0	94	94	Low
Diet/Zero Soft Drink (20oz)	0	0	0	0	35-40

Feed a Crowd / Hot Box Nutrition

Ideal for groups.

Item	Calories	Protein (g)	Fat (g)	Notes
Hot Box Tenders	~1,600	~65	~75	Group serving
Hot Box Sliders	~1,800	~70	~90	High protein

Allergen Information & Dietary Notes

Common allergens (shared fryers may cause cross-contact):

Category	Wheat/Gluten	Dairy	Egg	Soy	Notes
Tenders/Sliders	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Breading & sauces
Fries	Possible cross	No	No	No	–
Mac & Cheese	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	–
Shakes	No	Yes	No	No	Toppings may have nuts
Cauliflower	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Fried

Halal Status: Typically not certified in US locations (due to potential ingredients/cross-contamination). International spots vary – ask staff at your local branch.

Health & Nutrition Tips

Lowest calorie: Kale slaw or single cauliflower tender.
Highest protein: Tenders or Hot Box items (50g+).
Watch sodium: Many combos exceed 2,000-4,000mg.
Spice effect: Adds little to calories, but boosts sodium.
Low-carb option: Skip buns, choose tenders or cauli.
Beat the heat: Pair with milk-based shakes.

Where to Find Official Nutrition Info

Official site: daveshotchicken.com/menu (basic details; check app or in-store for full).
In-store guides or Dave’s App.
Third-party trackers: fastfoodnutrition.org, Nutritionix, MyFitnessPal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tender calories?

~490-550 per single.

Slider calories?

~620-680.

Healthiest item?

Kale slaw or cauli options.

Highest calorie?

Large loaded fries or top-loaded shakes (~1,800+).

Gluten-free?

No – breading/buns contain wheat.

Vegetarian?

Yes (cauliflower items).

Halal?

Usually no in main markets; confirm locally.

Does spice add calories?

Minimal.

Conclusion

Dave’s Hot Chicken Nutrition Facts brings bold flavor and serious heat. Enjoy it responsibly by choosing lighter sides, watching portions, and tracking sodium. Pair spicy chicken with kale slaw or skip fries when possible to keep things balanced.

Always verify the latest numbers directly from Dave’s, as recipes and portions can change. Stay spicy and eat smart!