All White Meat
1,040 Cal
30g
0g
A thick, crispy all-white meat chicken fillet — Southern-style breaded and pressure-cooked for a crunchy exterior and juicy interior — with crinkle-cut pickles and butter on a toasted potato roll. Served with Medium World Famous Fries® and a Medium Coca-Cola®. McDonald’s answer to the Chick-fil-A sandwich.
| Quick Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Combo Price | $12.59 (national average, April 2026) |
| Sandwich Price | $5.49 (McCrispy only) |
| Meal Calories | 1,040 Cal (McCrispy + Med Fries + Med Coke) |
| Sandwich Calories | 470 Cal (McCrispy only) |
| Chicken | All-white meat breast fillet, Southern-style breaded |
| Bun | Toasted potato roll with butter |
| Total Fat | 43g (55% DV) |
| Trans Fat | 0g — zero trans fat |
| Protein | 30g |
| Sodium | 1,510 mg (66% DV) |
| Key Allergens | Wheat, Milk (No Egg, No Soy, No Sesame) |
| Available Hours | 10:30 AM – Close (lunch/dinner) |
The McCrispy® Meal is McDonald’s flagship chicken sandwich combo — launched in 2021 as a permanent replacement for the old Crispy Chicken Sandwich, and McDonald’s direct answer to the chicken sandwich wars led by Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, and Wendy’s. For $12.59, you get the McCrispy sandwich, Medium World Famous Fries®, and a Medium Coca-Cola®.
At 1,040 calories and 30g protein, the McCrispy Meal is one of the lighter combos at McDonald’s — fewer calories than the Big Mac Combo (1,170), the QPC Meal (1,110), or the Cheeseburger Meal (1,190). The sandwich itself is just 470 Cal — making it one of the leanest main items on the menu. And like the McNuggets Meal, it has zero trans fat.
The McCrispy uses an all-white meat chicken breast fillet that’s Southern-style breaded — a thick, craggy coating that’s pressure-cooked for a deeply crunchy exterior while keeping the inside juicy. It sits on a toasted potato roll (buttered, not mayo’d in the regular version) with crinkle-cut pickles. The simplicity is deliberate — let the chicken be the star.
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How Much Is a McCrispy Meal? — Price Breakdown
The McCrispy Meal costs $12.59 — positioning it as a premium chicken combo. The sandwich alone is $5.49. Ordering separately (sandwich $5.49 + fries $3.79 + drink $2.49) totals $11.77 — interestingly, the à la carte price is slightly lower, making this one of the few combos where the savings are minimal.
| McCrispy Variant | Sandwich | Meal | Calories (Meal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCrispy® | $5.49 | $12.59 | 1,040 Cal |
| Spicy McCrispy® | $5.69 | $12.79 | 1,100 Cal |
| Deluxe McCrispy® | $5.99 | $13.09 | 1,100 Cal |
| Spicy Deluxe McCrispy® | $6.19 | $13.29 | 1,120 Cal |
McCrispy Meal — Nutrition Facts
The McCrispy Meal stands out for its low saturated fat (7g / 35% DV) — the lowest of any standard combo with a sandwich. The zero trans fat is a bonus. Sodium is moderate at 1,510 mg (66% DV), and the 30g protein matches the Big Mac Combo. The added sugars (70g / 140% DV) come almost entirely from the Coca-Cola.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1,040 Cal | – |
| Total Fat | 43g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | – |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 1,510 mg | 66% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 137g | 49% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g | 18% |
| Total Sugars | 72g | – |
| Added Sugars | 70g | 140% |
| Protein | 30g | – |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 870 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
How to Reduce Calories
| Swap | Calories Saved | New Total |
|---|---|---|
| Diet Coke / Water | ~210 Cal | ~830 Cal |
| Medium → Small Fries | ~110 Cal | ~930 Cal |
| Both (Diet + Small) | ~320 Cal | ~720 Cal |
| Fries → Apple Slices | ~305 Cal | ~735 Cal |
| No Butter on Bun | ~30 Cal | ~1,010 Cal |
| All swaps combined | ~350 Cal | ~690 Cal |
McCrispy Family — All Variants Explained
| Variant | What’s Different | Sandwich Cal | Egg Allergen? |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCrispy® | Butter + crinkle pickles on potato roll | 470 Cal | ❌ No |
| Spicy McCrispy® | Spicy pepper sauce replaces butter | 530 Cal | ❌ No |
| Deluxe McCrispy® | Adds lettuce, Roma tomato, mayo | 530 Cal | ✅ Yes (mayo) |
| Spicy Deluxe McCrispy® | Spicy sauce + lettuce, tomato, mayo | 540 Cal | ✅ Yes (mayo) |
Allergen Information — McCrispy Meal
| Component | Allergens |
|---|---|
| McCrispy Chicken Fillet | Wheat |
| Potato Roll | Wheat, Milk |
| Butter | Milk |
| Crinkle-Cut Pickles | None |
| Medium Fries | Wheat, Milk |
| Coca-Cola | None |
The standard McCrispy Meal contains only Wheat and Milk — no egg, no soy, no sesame. This makes it one of the safest combos for egg, soy, and sesame allergies, alongside the McNuggets Meal. The chicken fillet breading contains wheat, and the potato roll and butter add milk.
McCrispy vs Big Mac vs QPC — Comparison
| Feature | McCrispy Meal | Big Mac Combo | QPC Meal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $12.59 | $9.29 | $11.29 |
| Calories | 1,040 Cal | 1,170 Cal | 1,110 Cal |
| Protein | 30g | 30g | 35g |
| Saturated Fat | 7g (35% DV) | 13g (66% DV) | 14g (72% DV) |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 1g | 1.5g |
| Sodium | 1,510 mg | 1,385 mg | 1,360 mg |
| Meat Type | Chicken breast | Beef (frozen) | Beef (fresh) |
| Egg Allergen | ❌ No | ✅ Yes (sauce) | ❌ No |
The McCrispy Meal wins on lowest saturated fat (7g vs 13–14g), zero trans fat, and fewest calories (1,040). It’s the healthiest standard combo by fat profile. The Big Mac is $3.30 cheaper, while the QPC delivers 5g more protein. For a lighter, crunchier alternative to beef, the McCrispy is the best pick.
McCrispy vs Chick-fil-A — How They Compare
| Feature | McCrispy® | Chick-fil-A Original |
|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Price | $5.49 | $5.79 |
| Sandwich Calories | 470 Cal | 440 Cal |
| Protein | 26g | 28g |
| Bun | Potato roll | Buttered bun |
| Toppings | Pickles + butter | Pickles |
| Breading | Southern-style crispy | Pressure-cooked, peanut oil |
| Available | Every day | Closed Sundays |
How to Customize
- Make it Spicy — upgrade to Spicy McCrispy for ~$0.20 more
- Add Lettuce & Tomato — Deluxe upgrade for ~$0.50
- Extra Pickles — free, adds crunch and tang
- No Butter — saves ~30 Cal
- Add Bacon — ~$0.89, smoky add-on
- Add Cheese — ~$0.50, American cheese slice
- Swap Coke → Water — saves ~210 Cal
When Can You Order?
- Available: 10:30 AM – Close (lunch/dinner)
- Not available: During breakfast hours
Frequently Asked Questions — McCrispy® Meal
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Everything about the McCrispy® Meal — price, calories, allergens, and variants.
How much is a McCrispy Meal at McDonald’s?
$12.59 on average in 2026. The sandwich alone is $5.49.
How many calories are in the McCrispy Meal?
1,040 calories with Medium Fries and Coca-Cola. The sandwich alone is 470 Cal. Switch to water for ~830 Cal.
Is the McCrispy made with real chicken breast?
Yes. All-white meat chicken breast fillet, Southern-style breaded. No dark meat, no fillers.
What’s the difference between McCrispy and Spicy McCrispy?
Same chicken fillet and potato roll. The Spicy McCrispy replaces plain butter with spicy pepper sauce, adding ~60 Cal.
Does the McCrispy contain egg allergen?
No. The regular and Spicy McCrispy are egg-free. Only the Deluxe variants add egg via mayonnaise.
Is it better than the Big Mac?
Different categories. McCrispy has fewer calories (1,040 vs 1,170), half the saturated fat, and zero trans fat. Big Mac is $3.30 cheaper and has the iconic Special Sauce.
How does it compare to Chick-fil-A?
Similar price (~$5.49 vs ~$5.79). McCrispy is 470 Cal vs 440 Cal. McCrispy is available every day; Chick-fil-A is closed Sundays.
Is the McCrispy gluten-free?
No. The breading and potato roll both contain wheat. The fries also contain wheat derivatives.
Can I customize it?
Yes. Add bacon, cheese, lettuce/tomato. Go spicy for $0.20 more. Request extra pickles (free) or no butter.
Is the McCrispy dairy-free?
No. The potato roll and butter both contain milk. The chicken fillet breading itself is dairy-free.
Can I order via McDelivery®?
Yes. Available via McDelivery®, DoorDash, Grubhub, and the McDonald’s App.
How do I get a free McCrispy?
Through MyMcDonald’s Rewards at 6,000 points (~$60 in purchases). Watch for BOGO McCrispy deals in the app.
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