Wendy's • Chicken Sandwiches & Nuggets
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Spicy breaded chicken, lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo on toasted bun
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 Spicy Chicken Sandwich
The Spicy Chicken Sandwich is spicy breaded chicken, lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo on toasted bun It comes in at 520 calories with 28g of protein, and is priced at $6.49 in the Chicken Sandwiches & Nuggets section of the Wendy's menu — about 1.25 cents per 100 calories. Wendy's is a fast food chain with over 7,200 locations known for Dave's Single, Baconator, Spicy Chicken Sandwich. Our Wendy's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Spicy Chicken Sandwich compares to similar Wendy's items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Chicken Sandwich (this item) | $6.49 | 520 | 1.25 |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $6.49 | 500 | 1.30 |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | $6.99 | 380 | 1.84 |
| 4-piece Chicken Nuggets | $1.99 | 180 | 1.11 |
| 6-piece Chicken Nuggets | $3.49 | 270 | 1.29 |
Average price in the Chicken Sandwiches & Nuggets section: $5.06. This item is above the section average.
How the Spicy Chicken Sandwich compares at other chains
Compare the Spicy Chicken Sandwich across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Wendy's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendy's | Spicy Chicken Sandwich | $6.49 | — |
| Checkers | Spicy Chicken Sandwich | $5.49 | — |
| Chick-fil-A | Spicy Chicken Sandwich | $5.79 | — |
| Carl's Jr. | Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $5.49 | $1.00 more |
| Burger King | Spicy Glazed Chicken Sandwich | $5.99 | $0.50 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Wendy's secret menu items
Frosty Float · $3.99
A Frosty topped with a splash of soda — typically root beer or cola — creating a creamy float experience
How to order: Order a medium or large Vanilla or Chocolate Frosty. Ask the cashier to 'add a splash of root beer or Coke on top.'
The Barnyard Burger · $10.99
A burger topped with a crispy chicken fillet, a spicy chicken fillet, bacon, and cheese — beef AND chicken combined
How to order: Order a Dave's Triple and ask them to 'put a crispy chicken patty and a spicy chicken patty on top.' Best assembled yourself after pickup.
Grand Slam Breakfast Sandwich · $5.99
Egg, bacon, sausage, and cheese on a toasted bun — all the breakfast meats combined
How to order: Order a Breakfast Baconator and ask to 'add a sausage patty.' Breakfast is only until 10:30 AM, so this is morning-only.
Fries with Frosty Dip · $5.38
Wendy's fries dipped in a Frosty — the iconic sweet-and-salty combo, served together in one cup
How to order: Order a small fries and a small Frosty. Ask them to 'put the fries in the Frosty cup' — some locations will do this, otherwise assemble yourself.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Spicy Chicken Sandwich good value at Wendy's?
At $6.49, the Spicy Chicken Sandwich costs about 1.25 cents per 100 calories against a $5.06 average in the Chicken Sandwiches & Nuggets section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Wendy's sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Spicy Chicken Sandwich at Wendy's
The Spicy Chicken Sandwich is available at Wendy's locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Wendy's app or third-party services. Order through the official Wendy's ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Wendy's menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Spicy Chicken Sandwich
- 1Check current Wendy's deals — Biggie Bites — $4 (through 2026-12-31).
- 2Prices have trended +3.6% 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.
Spicy Chicken Sandwich prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Wendy's national-average pricing model:
- New York City: $6.35 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Dave's Single)
- Los Angeles: $6.15 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Dave's Single)
- Chicago: $5.80 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Dave's Single)
- Houston: $5.45 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Dave's Single)
- Atlanta: $5.60 (Estimated — on par with national average — Dave's Single)
- Columbus: $5.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Dave's Single)
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About Wendy's
Wendy's is a fast food chain with over 7,200 locations known for Dave's Single, Baconator, Spicy Chicken Sandwich. Our Wendy's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including dave's burgers, chicken sandwiches & nuggets, breakfast menu, value menu — Biggie Deals. Current deals include Biggie Bites $4, Biggie Bag $6, and Biggie Bundle $8.
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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Wendy's website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.wendys.com