Nutrition facts and Weight Watchers points for Southern Fried Chicken from Cracker Barrel.
Cracker Barrel Southern Fried Chicken Calories
There are 1642 calories in Southern Fried Chicken.
Southern Fried Chicken Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 order | |
| Calories | 1642 | |
| Calories From Fat | 900 | |
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat | 100g | 154% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 475mg | 158% |
| Sodium | 4730mg | 197% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 78g | 26% |
| Dietary Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugars | 0g | |
| Protein | 108g | 216% |
| Vitamin A | ? | |
| Vitamin C | ? | |
| Calcium | ? | |
| Iron | ? | |
*All percent daily value figures are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutritional information source: Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel Southern Fried Chicken Allergens
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Cracker Barrel Southern Fried Chicken Ingredients
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Why is it called Southern Fried Chicken?
From the 17th to 19th Centuries, conventional wisdom designated the American South as fried chicken’s native habitat. Southerners made it a centrepiece of their regional cuisine and boasted that only African Americans, mostly enslaved, could make “authentic” fried chicken.
What does Southern fried chicken taste like?
Fried chicken has been described as being “crunchy” and “juicy”, as well as “crispy”. The dish has also been called “spicy” and “salty”. Occasionally, fried chicken is also topped with chili like paprika, or hot sauce to give it a spicy taste.
What is homestyle chicken at Cracker Barrel?
Cracker Barrel invitingly describes their Homestyle Chicken as “two boneless chicken breasts hand-dipped in Cracker Barrel’s special buttermilk batter, breaded and fried to a crispy, golden brown.” So yeah, it’s chicken that’s essentially fried in butter and biscuit crumbs.
Did Cracker Barrel stop selling chicken fried chicken?
It seems like sacrilege to say that Cracker Barrel no longer serves their buttermilk oven fried chicken, but that would tragically appear to be the case — and customers are certainly salty about it.
What goes with Southern fried chicken?
15 Southern Side Dishes For Fried Chicken
- Biscuits. Biscuits are a true Southern staple. …
- Mac and Cheese. Fried chicken is all protein, so you’ll want something starchy to round out your meal. …
- Baked Beans. …
- Cornbread. …
- Mashed Potatoes. …
- Hush Puppies. …
- Coleslaw. …
- Corn on the Cob.
Who invented Southern fried chicken?
The origins of American fried chicken probably lie somewhere between Scotland and west Africa. The 145,000-odd Scots who made their way to the American South in the 18th century brought with them a tradition of battering and frying chicken.
What is a homestyle favorite at Cracker Barrel?
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® is introducing new homestyle favorites, crafted with care, including Hand-Breaded Fried Chicken Tenders, “Barrel Bites” – sweet Biscuit Beignets and savory Loaded Hashbrown Casserole Tots designed for the whole table to enjoy – and limited-time beverages, …
What frying oil does Cracker Barrel use?
soybean oil
Grill & Fryer Note: Cracker Barrel does note potential cross-contamination with all top allergens for items prepared on the grill or in the fryer. They use soybean oil for frying, and several fried items do contain milk.