$4.45 | 1137 kJ
This is a foundational item on the KFC menu! When ordering “1 Piece of Chicken” in Australia, you can typically choose between the Original Recipe or the Hot & Crispy™ style.
This is a single piece of bone-in chicken, coated in KFC’s classic blend of 11 Herbs & Spices. It is pressure-fried to seal in juices, resulting in a tender, moist interior and a mild, seasoned, and crumbly crust. The piece itself (breast, thigh, drumstick, or wing) will be given based on the store’s rotation.
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💰 Price
The price of a single piece is generally the lowest point on the menu for bone-in chicken.
- Estimated Price: The KFC 1 Piece Original Recipe Chicken is typically priced around AUD $4.45 to $5.50.
| Chicken Cut (Example) | Approximate Energy (kJ) |
|---|---|
| Average Piece | 984 kJ |
| Breast Piece (Higher) | 1,920 kJ |
| Wing Piece (Lower) | 600 kJ |
📊 Nutritional Table (Comparison)
Since the piece is not specified, here is the nutritional breakdown for the two main styles of chicken, based on an average piece or equivalent size where specified:
| Nutrient | Original Recipe (Average Piece) | Hot & Crispy™ (Approx. 2 Pieces) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kJ) | 984 kJ | 956 kJ |
| Protein (g) | 17.0 g | ≈28.0 g |
| Total Fat (g) | 13.0 g | ≈17.3 g |
| Saturated Fat (g) | 2.8 g | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate (g) | 7.0 g | ≈18.0 g |
| Sugars (g) | 1.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Sodium (mg) | ≈500 mg | ≈600 mg |
🚫 Ingredients and Allergens
The Original Recipe coating contains a precise blend of ingredients that contribute to its unique allergen profile.
📜 Key Ingredients (Original Recipe)
- Chicken: Bone-in chicken piece.
- Coating: Enriched wheat flour, salt, spices, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG).
- Milk & Egg Mix: Contains milk solids (whey powder, skimmed milk powder) and egg albumen (egg powder).
- Cooking Oil: Canola or Palmolein oil (contains antioxidant TBHQ and antifoam).
🚨 Major Allergen List
Both Original Recipe and Hot & Crispy™ pieces contain the following major allergens:
| Allergen | Original Recipe | Hot & Crispy™ |
| Gluten / Wheat | ✅ | ✅ |
| Milk | ✅ | ✅ |
| Egg | ✅ | (Trace likely via shared equipment) |
| Soy | ✅ (May be present in oil/seasoning) | ✅ (May be present in oil/seasoning) |
| Sulphites | ✅ (Likely in seasonings) | ✅ (Likely in seasonings) |
❓FAQs
1. Can I choose which piece of chicken I receive (e.g., breast, thigh)?
Generally no, unless you are purchasing a very large amount or catering order. Single or small quantities of chicken are sold as a mixed portion to ensure all parts are equally distributed throughout the day. You can ask, but it is not guaranteed.
2. Is the Hot & Crispy™ Chicken spicier than the Original Recipe?
Yes. The Hot & Crispy™ chicken is marinated in a blend that includes chilli and other spices, and its thicker, crispier coating also contains spicy seasonings, making it noticeably hotter than the mild Original Recipe.
3. What is the main difference in the nutritional values between the two styles?
The main differences are:
- Carbohydrates: The Hot & Crispy™ style has a thicker coating, giving it significantly higher carbs ($18 \text{ g}$) compared to the Original Recipe (7 g).
- Protein: The Original Recipe chicken coating includes milk and egg solids, which contributes to its protein content, making the overall protein very similar despite the difference in coating.
4. Why does the Kilojoule count vary so much between chicken cuts?
The Kilojoule count depends on two factors: the size of the cut and its fat content. A breast piece is the largest and contains more total meat (and fat), while a wing is the smallest and often has a high skin-to-meat ratio, leading to high-fat absorption.
5. Can I ask for the chicken to be grilled instead of fried?
KFC Australia does not typically offer a grilled version of their bone-in chicken pieces. They offer Original Tenders and Popcorn Chicken in their menu, but not the bone-in pieces. Any request for “grilled” would be a special order not usually available.
