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McDonald's McChicken
A crispy chicken patty with shredded lettuce and mayonnaise on a toasted bun. McDonald's original chicken sandwich, unchanged since 1980 and still one of the best values on the menu.
The McDonald's McChicken contains 410 calories, 21g of protein and 18g of fat. It costs $3.59 in the United States, up from $1.49 in 1980. Available in 33 countries, with prices ranging from $1.08 in Egypt to $4.38 in Sweden. This page covers full McChicken nutrition facts, price history, and worldwide price comparison.
US Price
$3.59
baseline price
Calories
410
21% daily value
Cheapest
$1.08
Egypt
Most Expensive
$4.38
Sweden
Countries
33
available worldwide
McChicken Nutrition Facts
US standard serving ยท Source: McDonald's official nutrition data
410
KCAL
Calories
18g
TOTAL FAT
Fat
43g
CARBS
Carbohydrates
21g
PROTEIN
Protein
Contains: wheat, egg, milk, soy. Always check McDonald's official allergen guide โ
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary by location, preparation method and date. Always verify with the McDonald's official nutrition page before making dietary decisions.
McChicken Price History
US average price ยท Updated when prices change on PriceMyMeal
McChicken Price โ United States
+141% since 1980
McChicken Price by Country
Current prices converted to USD ยท Click any country for the full menu
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How the McChicken Compares
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The History of the McChicken
Origins and story behind this iconic item
1980
The McChicken launches in the US, becoming McDonald's first major chicken sandwich and one of the first in fast food history.
1990s
The McChicken is briefly discontinued in the US but quickly brought back after overwhelming customer demand.
Today
The McChicken remains on the value menu at most McDonald's locations worldwide โ a remarkably affordable and consistent performer.
McChicken โ Did You Know?
Interesting facts about the McChicken
The McChicken is one of the longest-running chicken sandwiches in fast food history, having debuted in 1980.
At its Dollar Menu peak the McChicken was the most ordered item at many McDonald's locations โ it cost $1 and fed you a full sandwich.
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