Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc) Calories & NutritionKFC India
KFC India’s Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc) has 288 calories and 18 g of protein, with 17 g of carbs and 17 g of fat (100 g serving).
Also called: KFC leg piece
Source: KFC India’s official nutrition information · checked October 12, 2026
- Calories
- 288
- Protein
- 18 g
- Carbs
- 17 g
- Fat
- 17 g
Where the calories come from
- Protein
- 18 g (25%)
- Carbs
- 17 g (23%)
- Fat
- 17 g (52%)
14%
of a 2,000-calorie day
Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc) nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 288 kcal | 288 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g | 18 g |
| Carbohydrates | 17 g | 17 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 17 g |
| Fiber | not listed | — |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 216 mg |
“Not listed” means KFC India’s nutrition information doesn’t give that number. Per-100 g values are worked out from the serving weight.
Calories in 1 to 10 pieces of KFC India Hot & Crispy Leg Piece
Worked out from the 1-piece numbers (288 calories per piece). Pieces vary in size, so these are estimates.
| Pieces | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 pc(listed) | 288 | 18 g | 17 g | 17 g |
| 2 pc | 576 | 36 g | 34 g | 34 g |
| 3 pc | 864 | 54 g | 51 g | 51 g |
| 4 pc | 1152 | 72 g | 68 g | 68 g |
| 5 pc | 1440 | 90 g | 85 g | 85 g |
| 6 pc | 1728 | 108 g | 102 g | 102 g |
| 8 pc | 2304 | 144 g | 136 g | 136 g |
| 10 pc | 2880 | 180 g | 170 g | 170 g |
Is it a good protein pick?
It gives 6.3 g of protein per 100 calories, #13 of 52 KFC India items we list. Here’s how it does on the same goal rules we use on the KFC India page:
- Muscle gain: doesn’t fitThe most protein per order. Calories are higher, so these suit big eaters and heavy training days.
- Fat loss: fitsLots of protein for the calories, and 600 calories or less.
- GLP-1 friendly: doesn’t fitSmaller portions with at least 20 g protein, 10 g sugar or less, and no more than 35% of calories from fat. Higher fiber ranks higher.
- Under 500 calories: fitsThe highest-protein orders (15 g or more) that stay under 500 calories.
Top protein picks at KFC India
Nothing on the menu we list beats this for protein at similar calories. These are the chain’s best protein-per-calorie items.
How long to walk off 288 calories?
A rough guide using the Compendium of Physical Activities (calories ≈ MET × body weight in kg × hours). Your real burn depends on your body and pace.
| Body weight | Brisk walk | Run (6 mph) |
|---|---|---|
| 132 lb (60 kg) | about 60 min | about 30 min |
| 176 lb (80 kg) | about 45 min | about 25 min |
Brisk walking = Walking, brisk, 3.5–3.9 mph (5.6–6.3 km/h) (MET 4.8); running = Running, 6 mph (9.7 km/h, 10 min/mile) (MET 9.3). Try your own weight in our calories burned calculator.
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Protein calculatorFrequently asked questions
How many calories are in KFC India Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc)?
KFC India’s Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc) has 288 calories and 18 g of protein, with 17 g of carbs and 17 g of fat (100 g serving). That is about 14% of a 2,000-calorie day. Source: KFC India’s official nutrition information, checked October 12, 2026.
How many calories are in a KFC leg piece?
KFC India’s Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc), often called “KFC leg piece”, has 288 calories and 18 g of protein per serving.
How much protein is in KFC India Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc)?
It has 18 g of protein, or 6.3 g per 100 calories. That ranks #13 of 52 KFC India items we list by protein per calorie.
How many calories are in 5 pieces of KFC India Hot & Crispy Leg Piece?
About 1440 calories and 90 g of protein, calculated from the 1-piece numbers (about 288 calories per piece). Pieces vary in size, so treat this as an estimate.
Is KFC India Hot & Crispy Leg Piece (1 pc) good for weight loss?
It fits our fat-loss rule: 600 calories or less with at least 6 g of protein per 100 calories. Weight loss depends on your whole day, so check your target with our calorie calculator.
Where do these numbers come from?
From KFC India’s official nutrition information, checked October 12, 2026. Recipes and portions change, so check the chain’s latest info if you need exact numbers.
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Source
Nutrition data from KFC India’s official nutrition information, checked October 12, 2026.