KFC Fried Chicken vs. Pepperoni Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are kFC Fried Chicken and pepperoni Pizza different?
- KFC Fried Chicken is higher in vitamin B5, vitamin B3, and phosphorus; however, pepperoni Pizza is richer in vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B12, fiber, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for kFC Fried Chicken is 19% higher.
- KFC Fried Chicken contains 2 times more vitamin B5 than pepperoni Pizza. While kFC Fried Chicken contains 0.88mg of vitamin B5, pepperoni Pizza contains only 0.378mg.
- Pepperoni Pizza has less cholesterol.
KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Skin and Breading and PIZZA HUT 12" Pepperoni Pizza, Pan Crust are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +13.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +24.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +143.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +77% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +19.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +53.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +132.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +135% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +258.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.17 g
Fats:
28.01 g
Carbs:
18.79 g
Water:
35.52 g
Other:
3.51 g
Protein:
11.97 g
Fats:
14.21 g
Carbs:
30.49 g
Water:
40.8 g
Other:
2.53 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +97.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +62.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.343 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.448 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.375 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.271 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.415 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.465 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +227.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +55.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.72 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
23.13 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.4 g
Fructose:
0.37 g
Lactose:
0.35 g
Maltose:
2.01 g
Galactose:
0.07 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +38.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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Sucrose
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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 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 minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 14.448g | 4.415g | 25% |
| Fats | 28.01g | 14.21g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 25mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.287mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 16% | |
| Iron | 0.88mg | 2.14mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 1042mg | 692mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.375g | 3.465g | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 0.64µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.378mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.42mg | 3.84mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 205mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.8g | 7% |
| Selenium | 17.2µg | 20.6µg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 1.54mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 6.343g | 5.271g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.254mg | 4% |
| Protein | 14.17g | 11.97g | 4% |
| Carbs | 18.79g | 30.49g | 4% |
| Calories | 384kcal | 298kcal | 4% |
| Starch | 16.72g | 23.13g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 47µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 1.2mg | 0.78mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.298mg | 0.361mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.105mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 146mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 244mg | 199mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.79g | 28.69g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.14mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.214g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.467mg | 0.374mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.416mg | 0.487mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.864mg | 0.952mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.615mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.205mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.542mg | 0.564mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.516mg | 0.604mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.337mg | 0.322mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.37g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.764g | 0.357g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.023g | 0.025g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 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
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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 57mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pepperoni Pizza contains less Sodium (difference - 350mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.072g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.2g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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