Chicken fingers vs. McChicken Sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chicken fingers and mcChicken Sandwich?
- Chicken fingers are richer in vitamin B3, phosphorus, and potassium, yet mcChicken Sandwich is richer in iron, vitamin B1, calcium, and manganese.
- Chicken fingers' daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 27% higher.
- Chicken fingers have 2 times more potassium than mcChicken Sandwich. Chicken fingers have 373mg of potassium, while mcChicken Sandwich has 173mg.
- McChicken Sandwich contains less cholesterol.
- Chicken fingers have a lower glycemic index than mcChicken Sandwich.
We used Fast foods, chicken tenders and McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich types in this comparison.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +115.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +12.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +102.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +417.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +138.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +57% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +108.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +92.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +11.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +18.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +62.1% |
~equal in
Fats
~13.21g
~equal in
Water
~46.11g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.346 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.964 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +16.5% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~2.346g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~4.401g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
1.03 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +135.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 33% | |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 32% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 3.942mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 25% | |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 21% | |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 139mg | 20% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 10.43g | 18% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 1.74mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.212mg | 9% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 27mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 88mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.358mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 624mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 173mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 4.964g | 5% |
| Folate | 19µg | 5% | |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 27.97g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.93g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 0.63mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 2.346g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 4.401g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.082mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.19µg | 1% |
| Fats | 13.95g | 13.21g | 1% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 273kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 26.67g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 3.57g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | 0.079g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | 0.43g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | 4.396g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McChicken Sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 145mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.147g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken fingers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.