IHOP Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Strips & Fries
Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Strips & Fries cost $14.49 with 1,030–1,060 calories — the only non-seafood platter, and the cheapest one. IHOP’s official build: buttermilk crispy chicken strips with fries and dipping sauce. For the diner who wants the platter format without fish or shrimp, this is it.
This guide covers the price, the full plate, how it compares to the seafood platters, the dipping-sauce question, and ordering tips.
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Price & Calories
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Menu price | $14.49 (prices vary by location) |
| Calories | 1,030–1,060 Cal |
| Menu section | Platters |
| Availability | All day, dine-in, takeout & delivery |
At $14.49 it is $0.50 cheaper than the seafood platters — the budget platter. See the IHOP platters menu for the full lineup.
The Full Plate
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Buttermilk crispy chicken strips | Golden tenders — the protein |
| French fries | The classic pairing |
| Dipping sauce | Honey mustard is the classic pairing — ask for your preference |
Three components — the simplest platter. The buttermilk breading is the same crunch IHOP uses on its crispy chicken elsewhere, and it travels better than fish batter.
Chicken vs the Seafood Platters
| Chicken Strips & Fries | Crispy Shrimp & Fries | Crispy Fish & Fries | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $14.49 | $14.99 | $14.99 |
| Calories | 1,030–1,060 | 990 | 1,060 |
| Protein | Chicken | Shrimp | Fish |
| Character | Cheapest, kid-proof | Lightest | Classic |
The chicken platter wins on price ($0.50 less) and universal appeal — no one at the table dislikes chicken strips. The shrimp platter wins on lightness. Choose chicken for the safe crowd-pleaser.
Chicken Strips & Fries Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1,030–1,060 |
| Total fat | ~56g |
| Carbohydrates | ~82g |
| Protein | ~44g |
| Sodium | ~1,900mg |
At 44 grams of protein this is the highest-protein single-protein platter — chicken strips beat both fish and shrimp. Figures vary by location and preparation.
Ordering Tips
- The kid-proof platter: chicken strips and fries is the universal safe order — the platter for picky eaters.
- Sauce choice: honey mustard is the classic pairing; ranch and BBQ are the backups — ask for two.
- Best takeout platter: chicken strips survive the box better than fish or shrimp — the takeout winner.
- The budget pick: $0.50 cheaper than the seafood platters — small savings, same format.
Chicken Strips & Fries FAQs
How much is it?
Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Strips & Fries cost $14.49 at most locations. Prices vary by restaurant.
What comes with the Chicken Strips & Fries?
Buttermilk crispy chicken strips, french fries, and dipping sauce.
How many calories are in the Chicken Strips & Fries?
1,030–1,060 calories depending on preparation and sauce choice.
Which platter is best for kids?
The chicken strips platter — it is the cheapest platter and the most universally liked, making it the safe pick for picky eaters.
Is it available all day?
IHOP serves platters all day at most locations, for dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
