McChicken Sandwich vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between McChicken Sandwich and Chicken sandwich?
- McChicken Sandwich is higher in Manganese, and Polyunsaturated fat, yet Chicken sandwich is higher in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, and Phosphorus.
- Chicken sandwich's daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 is 24% more.
- McChicken Sandwich has 2 times more Manganese than Chicken sandwich. While McChicken Sandwich has 0.358mg of Manganese, Chicken sandwich has only 0.219mg.
- The amount of Sodium in McChicken Sandwich is lower.
We used McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles types 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 CalciumCalcium | +51.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +63.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +41.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33.1% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +46.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +95.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +56.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.4% |
~equal in
Water
~48.94g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.346 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.964 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +56.2% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~2.123g
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~4.481g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +30.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +99% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +576.5% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +69.8% |
~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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 273kcal | 250kcal |
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| Protein | 10.43g | 16.28g |
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| Fats | 13.21g | 11.19g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 26.67g | 19.49g |
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| Carbs | 27.97g | 20.89g |
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| Cholesterol | 27mg | 35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 5IU |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 24mg |
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| Calcium | 88mg | 58mg |
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| Potassium | 173mg | 245mg |
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| Iron | 1.74mg | 1.77mg |
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| Sugar | 3.57g | 3.64g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.4g |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.067mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.61mg |
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| Starch | 16.5g |
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| Phosphorus | 139mg | 185mg |
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| Sodium | 624mg | 753mg |
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| Vitamin A | 32IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.41mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.358mg | 0.219mg |
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| Selenium | 19.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.212mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.942mg | 7.72mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.13µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.5µg |
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| Folate | 47µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.079g | 0.03g |
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| Choline | 35.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.346g | 2.123g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.401g | 4.481g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.964g | 3.177g |
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| Fructose | 1.93g | 0.97g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.003g | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.43g | 0.197g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.396g | 2.884g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
15%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McChicken Sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 129mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.223g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich 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.