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Updated 02 August 2026
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Golden Corral Fried Chicken Meal

$13.99 933 cal Grilled Chicken Tenders & Golden Delicious Shrimp

Crispy fried, southern style, and irresistible, choice of 2 sides, yeast roll, honey butter, and cookies. Available after 4 PM.

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About Fried Chicken Meal

The Golden Corral Fried Chicken Meal costs $13.99 and carries 933 calories. This is the dish the chain built its reputation on: bone in chicken hand breaded in the restaurant, pressure fried so the crust stays crisp while the meat underneath keeps its juice. The meal adds two sides, a yeast roll and cookies.

Crust is the whole argument. Golden Corral seasons its breading heavily and fries in batches through the day rather than holding it under a lamp, which is why the pieces on the line at 5 PM taste like the ones at noon. Order it as a box for the table or eat it unlimited at the buffet. The recipe below uses a buttermilk brine and a double dredge.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving · Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calories 933 kcal 47%

Nutritional values are based on standard recipes and may vary by location or customization. Compare this item with the rest of the menu on our Golden Corral Nutrition Facts page. Updated 02 August 2026.

How to Make Fried Chicken Meal at Home?

Restaurant fried chicken is brined before it is breaded. The buttermilk soak seasons the meat all the way through and keeps it moist while the crust crisps.

Prep: 20 minutes (plus 4 hours brining)Cook: 25 minutesLevel: MediumServings:6

Ingredients

Brine

Breading

Directions

0 of 8 steps

Tips

  • Rest the dredged chicken 10 minutes before frying so the coating hydrates and grips.
  • Crowding the pot drops the oil temperature and gives you greasy chicken.
  • A wire rack over a sheet pan holds fried pieces crisp in a 200 F oven while you finish the batches.

Variations

  • Add a tablespoon of cayenne to the flour for a Nashville lean.
  • Swap half the flour for cornstarch to lighten the crust.
  • Finish with a honey drizzle for a sweet heat version.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans and a yeast roll.
  • Cold fried chicken and coleslaw makes the better next day lunch.
  • Pull leftover meat into a salad with ranch.

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Fried Chicken Meal FAQ

How much is the Golden Corral Fried Chicken Meal?

The Individual Meal costs $13.99 with two sides, a yeast roll and cookies. Boxes for sharing run from the 6 piece up to the 20 piece Crowd Pleaser.

How many calories are in Golden Corral fried chicken?

The full meal carries 933 calories with sides. A single fried chicken piece on the buffet line runs closer to 200 to 300 calories depending on the cut.

Is Golden Corral fried chicken made fresh?

Yes, it is hand breaded and fried in batches through the day at each restaurant rather than delivered pre cooked. That batch schedule is why the crust holds up during peak hours.

What pieces come in a fried chicken order?

Boxes mix white and dark meat by default. Individual Meals let you choose a protein combination at most locations, so ask at the counter if you want all dark or all white.

Is fried chicken always on the buffet?

It runs on the hot line every day at nearly every location and is the single most refilled pan in the building. Buffet access comes with the standard buffet price.

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