Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) Calories & Nutrition

Homestyle Sides · KFC Menu Item

Item Overview

Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) is a homestyle sides option on the KFC menu with 590 calories, 12g protein, 88g carbs, and 21g fat per listed serving.

Based on macro profile, this item is a lower-sugar and higher-sodium choice. It delivers around 2g protein per 100 calories.

Calories per serving

590kcal

30% of 2,000 kcal daily goal

Moderate calorie

Macronutrient breakdown

  • Protein12g8%
  • Fat21g32%
  • Carbs88g60%

Protein

12g

24% DV

Total Fat

21g

27% DV

Carbohydrates

88g

32% DV

Full Nutrition Facts

% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Calories590 kcal30% DV
Total Fat21 g27% DV
Saturated Fat5 g25% DV
Total Carbohydrates88 g32% DV
Dietary Fiber6 g21% DV
Sugars1 g
Protein12 g24% DV
Sodium2590 mg113% DV

What the Calories Are Made Of

Of the 590 calories in Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family), approximately 32% come from fat (21g × 9 kcal/g = 189 kcal), 60% from carbohydrates (88g × 4 kcal/g = 352 kcal), and 8% from protein (12g × 4 kcal/g = 48 kcal).

This makes Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) a carb-forward item — the majority of its calories come from carbohydrates. The macro donut chart above shows this split visually.

How It Compares

Compared with Macaroni & Cheese (Family), Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) has about 9% more calories. Protein is 12g vs 18g, and carbs are 88g vs 66g.

Best choice if you want a fuller, more calorie-dense menu option.

Where It Ranks in Homestyle Sides

Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) ranks 4th out of 21 items in the Homestyle Sides category by calorie count. It has more calories than 17 items in this category and fewer than 3.

The lowest-calorie option in this category is Green Beans at 25 kcal. The highest-calorie option is Secret Recipe Fries (Family) at 840 kcal. The Homestyle Sides category averages 309 kcal.

How Long to Burn Off Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family)

At 590 calories, here is roughly how long common activities would take to burn this off, based on a 70 kg (154 lb) person at moderate intensity.

Walking

2 hr 49 min

Running

1 hr 24 min

Cycling

1 hr 47 min

Swimming

1 hr 31 min

Burn estimates are approximate and vary with body weight, fitness level, and exact pace.

Ingredient And Allergen Note

Ingredient composition and allergens can vary by restaurant and customization choices. Use this nutrition page as planning guidance, then confirm allergens and preparation details at checkout.

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Lower Calorie Alternatives

Macaroni & Cheese (Family) (540 cal)Mashed Potatoes (Family) (460 cal)Cheese Curds (345 cal)

Higher Calorie Alternatives

Coleslaw (Family) (640 cal)BBQ Baked Beans (Family) (830 cal)Secret Recipe Fries (Family) (840 cal)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family)?

Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) contains about 590 calories per listed serving.

Is Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) high in protein?

Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) provides 12g of protein and around 2g protein per 100 calories.

How much sodium is in Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family)?

Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) contains 2590mg of sodium per serving — about 113% of the 2300mg recommended daily limit. This is high for a single item; nutrition guidance generally suggests keeping individual meals under 600–800mg of sodium when possible.

What are the carbs in Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family)?

Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) has 88g of total carbohydrates, which is about 32% of the 275g recommended daily intake. It contains 6g of dietary fiber per serving.

Is Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) high in saturated fat?

Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) contains 5g of saturated fat per serving — 25% of the recommended 20g daily limit. This is moderate relative to other fried KFC items but worth accounting for if you are managing saturated fat intake.

Is Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) suitable for a low-calorie diet?

At 590 calories, Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) accounts for about 30% of a standard 2000-calorie daily goal. That's a substantial share for a single item — most low-calorie meal plans target 400–500 calories per meal. If you're aiming for lighter options, the KFC Calories Calculator can help you find alternatives and track your full meal total.

How many calories are in a KFC Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family)?

A KFC Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family) has 590 calories per serving. The exact value can vary slightly by location and preparation, but 590 kcal is the standard reference value from KFC's published nutrition data. This covers all standard components as listed in KFC's published nutrition data.

% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA reference values). Actual nutritional needs may vary.