Calories in Potato Chips
Potato Chips has about 149 calories per 1 oz bag (about 15 chips) (28 g), or 532 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 1.8 g protein, 15.1 g carbs and 9.5 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Potato chips, plain). Source: USDA FDC #2709422
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 oz bag (about 15 chips) (28 g) | 1 party-size handful (50 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 532 kcal | 149 kcal | 266 kcal |
| Protein | 6.4 g | 1.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 53.8 g | 15.1 g | 26.9 g |
| Fat | 34 g | 9.5 g | 17 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 0.9 g | 1.6 g |
| Sugar | 0.3 g | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 527 mg | 148 mg | 264 mg |
About Potato Chips
Thin potato slices fried in oil and salted. A one-ounce bag — about 15 chips — is around 149 kcal. They're about a third fat by weight, which is why they're so easy to overeat.
Tip: Pour a serving into a bowl instead of eating from the bag. Baked chips or air-popped popcorn give more volume per calorie.
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Common questions
How many calories are in potato chips?+
About 149 kcal per 1 oz bag (about 15 chips) (28 g), or 532 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 party-size handful of potato chips?+
1 party-size handful (50 g) is roughly 266 kcal with 3.2 g protein, 26.9 g carbs and 17 g fat.
Are potato chips high in protein?+
Not really — 1 oz bag (about 15 chips) gives about 1.8 g protein, only 5% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from fat.
Are potato chips good for weight loss?+
Potato chips are calorie-dense (532 kcal per 100 g), so portions add up quickly. It can still fit a weight-loss diet as an occasional food if you log the portion honestly.
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Values are averages for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice. Actual calories depend on the recipe, cooking oil and portion size. Browse all foods in our food calorie database.