Nando's is a gym-goer's secret weapon — the plain grilled chicken is genuinely high-protein. Here's the full UK breakdown so you know exactly what you're ordering.
Quick answer: A Nando's butterfly chicken breast is about 331 kcal with 59g protein; a regular portion of peri-peri chips is around 490 kcal.
Whether you're bulking, cutting or just curious, Nando's flame-grilled chicken is one of the best-value protein hits on the UK high street. Below are typical calories and macros for the mains and sides.
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Chicken (plain) | 331 kcal | 59 g | 1 g | 10 g |
| Quarter Chicken (breast) | ~338 kcal | ~40 g | 0 g | ~20 g |
| Half Chicken | ~671 kcal | ~78 g | 0 g | ~40 g |
| Chicken Breast Wrap | ~545 kcal | ~43 g | ~50 g | ~18 g |
| Chicken & Spicy Rice plate | 720 kcal | 58 g | 62 g | 24 g |
| Peri-Peri Chips (regular) | ~319 kcal | ~5 g | ~45 g | ~13 g |
| Spicy Rice | ~347 kcal | ~7 g | ~66 g | ~6 g |
| Macho Peas | ~152 kcal | ~9 g | ~17 g | ~5 g |
| Corn on the Cob | ~175 kcal | ~5 g | ~25 g | ~6 g |
| Coleslaw | ~147 kcal | ~2 g | ~9 g | ~11 g |
Values are typical UK estimates and vary by portion and cut. Skinless breast is leaner than thigh. Always check Nando's official info for exact figures.
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Try MacroSnap freeA plain butterfly chicken is around 331 calories and ~59g protein, with almost no carbs and about 10g fat — one of the best protein-per-calorie fast-food options in the UK.
A quarter chicken (breast) is around 338 calories. Half chicken ~671, whole chicken ~1,342 — all before sides.
Plain grilled chicken (butterfly or quarter breast) with macho peas, corn or a side salad instead of chips gives you high protein for fewer calories.
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