Snacks, potato chips, barbecue-flavor
FDC 167962oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 54 · +10 vs Snacks medianBarbecue-flavor potato chips score 54 of 100, Fair, ranking 11th of 60 in Snacks, above the category median of 44. The seasoning blend pushes vitamin C to 69% DV and vitamin E to 29% DV, both excellent, with potassium at 25% DV and fiber at 14% DV rounding out a surprisingly active nutrient profile for a fried snack.
These are a classic fried snack, eaten straight from the bag or alongside sandwiches, and the barbecue seasoning is what drives the vitamin C figure here rather than the potato itself. An ounce (28 grams) comes from a chip that runs 487 calories and 31.1 grams of fat per 100 grams, and sodium is high at 545 mg per 100 grams, the clearest reason to keep portions in check.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 487 kcal | 24% |
| Total fat | 31 g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 545 mg | 24% |
| Carbohydrate | 56 g | 20% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Sugars | 5.5 g | |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
| Potassium | 1190 mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 58 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 62 mg | 69% |
| Vitamin A | 20 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 4.4 mg | 29% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 136 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 8.7 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% |
| Carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Sugars | 1.5 g | |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
| Potassium | 333 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.38 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 17 mg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 5.6 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1.2 mg | 8% |
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FDC 167962Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Barbecue potato chips are thin-sliced potatoes fried until crisp, then tossed with a seasoning blend of sugar, paprika, tomato, and spices that mimics the smoky-sweet flavor of barbecue sauce. They're a snacking staple, eaten straight from the bag, alongside sandwiches, or crushed over casseroles and dips for crunch. The seasoning coating sticks best to chips fried hot and tossed while the oil is still warm, which is why homemade versions often season the chips immediately after frying, and the spice blend varies widely by brand and region.
Keep the bag sealed and stored at room temperature away from heat, since the fat content can turn the chips stale or oxidized if exposed to air or light for too long. A 1-ounce (28g) serving has 487 calories per 100 grams, about 136 calories per ounce, and the seasoning blend actually pushes several nutrient numbers up: 69% DV for vitamin C, 29% DV for vitamin E, and 25% DV for potassium per 100 grams, likely from the tomato and paprika seasoning. Sodium is high at 545 milligrams per 100 grams, so these are best treated as an occasional snack portioned by the ounce rather than eaten straight from a full bag, which also helps the seasoning coating stay evenly distributed rather than settling at the bottom.
Frequently asked questions about snacks, potato chips
How many calories are in barbecue potato chips?
Barbecue potato chips have 487 calories per 100 grams; a 1-ounce (28g) serving provides about 136 calories.
Why are barbecue chips high in vitamin C?
The tomato- and paprika-based seasoning coating contributes vitamin C, giving barbecue chips a notable 69% Daily Value per 100 grams.
How much sodium is in barbecue potato chips?
They contain 545 milligrams of sodium per 100 grams, which is high, so portioning by the ounce is a practical way to keep servings in check.