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Whole PERi-PERi ChickenNando's calories & macros
A Nando's Whole PERi-PERi Chicken has 1,380 calories (5,774 kJ), with 208.0 g protein, 59.7 g fat and 2.2 g carbs per serve. That is about 66% of the 8,700 kJ daily intake used on Australian food labels.
S15.1 g protein per 100 kcal - elite protein density on Macro Menu's S to F scale
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Full nutrition
| Per serve | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 5,774 kJ (1,380 kcal) |
| Protein | 208.0 g |
| Fat, total | 59.7 g |
| - saturated | 15.0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 2.2 g |
| - sugars | 1.0 g |
| Sodium | 3,890 mg |
As published by Nando's.
How it compares with other Nando's chicken
Of the 6 chicken on the Nando's menu, Whole PERi-PERi Chicken has the most protein and is the highest in calories. The category average is 607 kcal, so this one is above average by 773 kcal.
| Item | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter PERi-PERi Chicken | 345 | 1,443 | 52.0 | 14.9 | 0.0 |
| Half PERi-PERi Chicken | 690 | 2,887 | 104.0 | 29.8 | 1.1 |
| 4 PERi-PERi Mini Drums | 725 | 3,033 | 65.2 | 47.0 | 5.6 |
| Whole PERi-PERi Chicken | 1,380 | 5,774 | 208.0 | 59.7 | 2.2 |
Sorted by calories, showing the items either side of this one. See every Nando's chicken item.
Quick answers
How many calories are in a Nando's Whole PERi-PERi Chicken?
A Nando's Whole PERi-PERi Chicken has 1,380 calories, which is 5,774 kilojoules, per serve as sold in Australia.
How much protein is in Nando's's Whole PERi-PERi Chicken?
208.0 g of protein, which works out to 15.1 g per 100 kcal - rated S (elite) for protein density on Macro Menu.
How many kJ is that?
5,774 kJ. Australian menus list kilojoules; divide by 4.184 to get calories. 5,774 kJ is roughly 66% of an 8,700 kJ day.
Is it a lower-calorie choice at Nando's?
Within Nando's chicken it is the 6th lowest of 6. The lowest-calorie option in that category is 4 PERi-PERi Tenders at 220 kcal, and it also has the most protein of any Nando's chicken item.
Compare it with
The closest chicken by calories, at the other chains and on this menu.
More Nando's chicken
4 PERi-PERi Mini Drums725 kcal · 65.2 g protein
Half PERi-PERi Chicken690 kcal · 104.0 g protein
Quarter PERi-PERi Chicken345 kcal · 52.0 g protein
BBQ Chicken Ribs284 kcal · 21.0 g protein
4 PERi-PERi Tenders220 kcal · 39.6 g proteinNando's full menuHighest protein at Nando'sLowest calorie at Nando'sOther restaurants
Source: Nando's Allergen & Nutritional Guide, re-verified against the API the Nando's app orders from (api.nandos.com.au), per serve as sold. Last checked against the live menu on 8 September 2026. Every source.