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Check calories and macros for Buffalo Wild Wings items.

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Buffalo Wild Wings Nutrition Calculator: A Dietitian's Guide

Written & reviewed by Jennifer Zoned, PhDLast reviewed June 2026Based on official Buffalo Wild Wings nutrition data

Buffalo Wild Wings is a go-to for game day, but between the deep fryer and the rich sauces, a single meal can easily exceed two thousand calories. The key here is understanding wing styles and sauce selections.

Use this calculator to stack up your wings, tenders, and signature sauces, and watch how the numbers build up.

675menu items tracked
460average calories per item
50calories in a lighter pick (Medium)
2120calories in the heaviest (Everything Pretzel Knots, with New…)
124gprotein in the top pick (10 count Original Chicken Dippers)

Traditional wings vs boneless wings vs naked tenders

Boneless wings are heavily breaded and absorb a large amount of frying oil. Traditional wings are not breaded, and naked tenders are grilled, making them the leanest options. For example, the 150 Count Bone-In Wings is a top protein source with 1325g of protein.

Dietitian’s takeChoose traditional wings or naked tenders over boneless wings, select dry rubs or light sauces, and share any fried sides.

Sauce science: dry rubs vs rich glazes

Creamy sauces (like garlic parmesan) and sweet sauces (like honey BBQ) are loaded with fat and sugar. Dry rubs (like lemon pepper or chipotle BBQ) and vinegar-based sauces (like medium or hot) offer bold flavor for a fraction of the calories.

Lighter picks

  • Medium50 cal
  • Blazin’® Knockout50 cal
  • Mild50 cal
  • Sweet BBQ50 cal

Heaviest hitters

  • Everything Pretzel Knots, with…2120 cal
  • Buffalo Chicken Tots2110 cal
  • 10 count Original Chicken Dipp…1910 cal
  • Chips & Salsa1770 cal

Managing calories in a sports bar

Opting for a side salad or carrots and celery instead of French fries or onion rings is a simple strategy to save calories while keeping the focus on your wings.

Lighter choices vs. heaviest items at Buffalo Wild Wings
Lighter choiceCalHeavier choiceCal
Medium50Everything Pretzel Knots, with…2120
Blazin’® Knockout50Buffalo Chicken Tots2110
Mild5010 count Original Chicken Dipp…1910

Sources & method

Nutrition values are compiled from official Buffalo Wild Wings published nutrition information and reputable public nutrition databases, then normalized to a consistent per-item format. Figures vary with build, size and customization, so use this calculator as a close guide and confirm in-store details when you need exact numbers. Reviewed by Jennifer Zoned, PhD, Nutrition Researcher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Naked tenders are the lowest calorie option, followed by traditional wings with dry rub seasonings. The calculator has the exact details.

No, the thick flour breading and deep frying make them higher in carbohydrates and fat than traditional wings.

Hot, medium, and dry rub options have very little sugar, unlike sweet barbecue or teriyaki sauces.

Jennifer Zoned, PhD Nutritionist and founder of Macro & Meals
Reviewed & Written By

Jennifer Zoned, PhD

Nutrition Researcher | Senior Nutritionist | Macro & Meals Founder

Doctorate in Nutrition from Johns Hopkins University PhD and as a Nutrition Researcher and Senior Nutritionist, I aim to make evidence-based nutrition research more user-friendly.

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