Crispy, grilled and vegetable-forward chicken
This chicken guide includes a broad range of textures. Orange Chicken is battered and sauced, while Grilled Teriyaki Chicken gives you a grilled option. Mushroom Chicken and String Bean Chicken Breast combine chicken with vegetables. Kung Pao Chicken adds peanuts and a spicy profile. Choosing the texture first makes a long list easier to compare.
Two chicken dishes can still make a varied Plate. You might combine one crisp option with one grilled or vegetable-forward choice. If both selections are sweet and heavily sauced, consider whether you want that repetition before adding a sweet dipping sauce or a sugary beverage.
Compare the exact serving, not just the name
The standard entrée figures on the cards use the current official serving weights where available. Different chicken dishes are listed at different weights. A lower number therefore describes that specific serving, not an identical amount of chicken cooked in a different way. The adult serving also differs from the junior portion in a Cub Meal.
Nutrition belongs to the recipe as well as the portion. Breading, sauce, vegetables and any separate condiment affect the completed order. Do not use the adult Grilled Teriyaki Chicken number for a child’s meal, and do not treat an entrée number as the calorie total of rice, chicken and a drink.
Orange Chicken and sweeter choices
Orange Chicken is the straightforward choice when you want the familiar sweet, crispy flavor. Honey Sesame Chicken Breast offers another sweeter chicken option. The two dishes have different ingredients and portions, so compare their own figures rather than deciding from the word chicken alone.
Use the side to shape the complete meal. Plain rice keeps the base simple, while noodles add another savory component. If you order two sweet chicken dishes together, an appetizer and an additional dipping sauce can change both the flavor balance and the overall calorie total.
Grilled and savory choices
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, Mushroom Chicken and String Bean Chicken Breast offer different ways to move away from a battered main dish. Grilled chicken emphasizes the grilled texture; the vegetable-forward dishes include a different balance of chicken and vegetables. None should be described as allergy-free or automatically suitable for every eating plan.
Confirm whether sauce is included in the listed preparation or supplied separately with your local order. When a separate dipping serving is added, count it separately. A photograph of unsauced chicken cannot tell you how much sauce will be in the package you actually receive.
Spicy, regional and seasonal examples
Kung Pao Chicken is included in the standard comparison, while several menu illustrations represent choices that may be regional or limited-time. Black Pepper Chicken, SweetFire Chicken and Firecracker Chicken should be checked against the actual restaurant menu. The supplied card is an illustration of the dish rather than a nationwide availability guarantee.
For a returning item, confirm the current name, recipe, serving and nutrition listing. A historical Firecracker Chicken figure should not be transferred to a newly named chicken dish. This guide retains the image while leaving current nutrition unverified where the official table does not establish it.
Chicken prices and premium meal choices
The source guide uses an estimated starting price for several à la carte chicken entries. That estimate is different from a Bowl, Plate or Bigger Plate price. It also does not establish the cost of a family container or catering tray. Compare the format you intend to buy before using a card to judge value.
At checkout, check the selected side, the number of entrée choices and any upgrade charge. If you are deciding between two meal formats, include the appetizer and beverage in both totals so that the comparison reflects the food you will actually order.
Chicken prices and calories
Read the serving column before adding calories. A standard entrée, a complete meal and a large tray are different quantities. Supplied price estimates can differ between guides and locations.
| Menu item | Illustrative price estimate | Calories | Serving / context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Orange Chicken | Est. $5.40+ | 560 Cal | 6.2 oz entrée |
| Grilled Teriyaki Chicken | Est. $5.40+ | 280 Cal | 6.1 oz entrée |
| Kung Pao Chicken | Est. $5.40+ | 270 Cal | 6.7 oz entrée |
| Mushroom Chicken | Est. $5.40+ | 180 Cal | 5.7 oz entrée |
| Black Pepper Chicken | Est. $5.40+ | Historical est. 280 Cal | Historical / regional serving; unverified |
| String Bean Chicken Breast | Est. $5.40+ | 210 Cal | 5.6 oz entrée |
| Honey Sesame Chicken Breast | Est. $5.40+ | 420 Cal | 6.2 oz entrée |
| SweetFire Chicken Breast | Est. $5.40+ | Historical est. 360 Cal | Historical / regional serving; unverified |
| Firecracker Chicken | Price varies | Current nutrition unverified | Recipe and portion vary |
Frequently asked questions
Can two chicken entrées make a varied Plate?
Yes, if you want their different flavors. Compare a crisp choice with a grilled or vegetable-forward choice and count both servings with your base.
Are these current prices for my restaurant?
They are illustrative estimates. Select your restaurant and ordering channel to see the current total, including premium choices and any extra charges.
Does one entrée number cover the full meal?
No. Add the selected base, each entrée, additional sauce, appetizers and drink. Family containers and catering trays have different quantities.
Where should I check ingredients and allergens?
Use the official nutrition and allergen information and ask the restaurant about your specific order. Shared equipment means cross-contact can occur.
Nutrition checked October 5, 2026 against official nutrition and allergen information. Image illustrations and numeric price estimates came from the illustrated menu guides.