Carl's Jr. • Chicken & Sandwiches
Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
All-white-meat tenders, hand-breaded and fried — served with dipping sauce
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
The Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders is all-white-meat tenders, hand-breaded and fried — served with dipping sauce It comes in at 420 calories with 30g of protein, and is priced at $6.49 in the Chicken & Sandwiches section of the Carl's Jr. menu — about 1.55 cents per 100 calories. Carl's Jr. is a fast food chain with over 1,100 locations known for its charbroiled burgers, thick milkshakes, and bold advertising.
How the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders compares to similar Carl's Jr. items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charbroiled Chicken Sandwich | $5.49 | 520 | 1.06 |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $5.29 | 580 | 0.91 |
| Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (this item) | $6.49 | 420 | 1.55 |
| Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $5.49 | 560 | 0.98 |
Average price in the Chicken & Sandwiches section: $5.69. This item is above the section average.
How the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders compares at other chains
Compare the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Carl's Jr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carl's Jr. | Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | $6.49 | — |
| Cheddar's Kitchen | Hand-Battered Onion Rings | $8.99 | $2.50 less |
| Cracker Barrel | Hand-Breaded Fried Chicken Tenderloins | $13.99 | $7.50 less |
| Domino's | Hand-Tossed (Cheese Only) | $7.99 | $1.50 less |
| Hardee's | Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders (5-piece) | $7.49 | $1.00 less |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Carl's Jr. secret menu items
Western Bacon Chicken Sandwich · $6.49
The Western Bacon flavor on a crispy chicken sandwich instead of a burger
How to order: Order a Western Bacon Cheeseburger and ask to 'swap the patty for a crispy chicken fillet.'
Animal-Style Fries · $3.99
Crispy fries topped with cheese sauce, grilled onions, and secret sauce — an In-N-Out inspired hack
How to order: Order fries and ask for 'cheese sauce, grilled onions, and special sauce on top.'
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders good value at Carl's Jr.?
At $6.49, the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders costs about 1.55 cents per 100 calories against a $5.69 average in the Chicken & Sandwiches section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Carl's Jr. sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders at Carl's Jr.
The Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders is available at Carl's Jr. locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Carl's Jr. app or third-party services. Order through the official Carl's Jr. ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Carl's Jr. menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
- 1Check current Carl's Jr. deals — BYOB — Build Your Own Bag $5.99.
- 2Prices have trended +9.1% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Carl's Jr. national-average pricing model:
- Los Angeles: $6.00 (Estimated — on par with national average — Western Bacon Cheeseburger)
- San Francisco: $6.70 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Western Bacon Cheeseburger)
- Phoenix: $6.00 (Estimated — on par with national average — Western Bacon Cheeseburger)
- Las Vegas: $6.25 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Western Bacon Cheeseburger)
- Dallas: $5.75 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Western Bacon Cheeseburger)
- Denver: $6.00 (Estimated — on par with national average — Western Bacon Cheeseburger)
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About Carl's Jr.
Carl's Jr. is a fast food chain with over 1,100 locations known for its charbroiled burgers, thick milkshakes, and bold advertising. Founded in 1941 in Anaheim, California by Carl Karcher, the chain is famous for the Western Bacon Cheeseburger, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, and its 100% Angus beef patties. The Carl's Jr. menu with prices for 2026 ranges from $1.99 for value menu items to $9.99 for premium combo meals. Carl's Jr. is the sister brand of Hardee's — the same company operates both chains with nearly identical menus. The Carl's Jr. menu features charbroiled burgers like the Famous Star and Western Bacon Cheeseburger, chicken sandwiches, tacos, salads, breakfast items, and the famous hand-scooped shakes. Carl's Jr. also offers a kids menu, the My Rewards loyalty program, and the $5-$7 value meals. Whether you're looking for the Carl's Jr. menu with prices, Carl's Jr. breakfast menu, Carl's Jr. secret menu, or Carl's Jr. allergen menu, this guide covers every item.
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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Carl's Jr. website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.carlsjr.com