$13.49 
Golden Corral 8 Piece Whole Bird Box
$17.99 3320 cal Famous Fried Chicken
2 breasts, 2 drumsticks, 2 thighs, and 2 wings served with 4 fluffy biscuits or yeast rolls.
About 8 Piece Whole Bird Box
The Golden Corral 8 Piece box costs $17.99 and carries 3320 calories. Hand breaded fried chicken packed for the table, sized to feed 3 to 4 people as a main course, and one of the simplest ways to put dinner on the table without cooking.
Fried chicken by the box is where Golden Corral competes directly with dedicated chicken chains, and the price per piece usually lands lower. Add mashed potatoes and yeast rolls and the meal is complete. The recipe below is the same buttermilk brine method the kitchen uses.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrient Amount % DV
Calories 3320 kcal 166%
Nutritional values are based on standard recipes and may vary by location or customization. Compare this item with the rest of the menu on our Golden Corral Nutrition Facts page. Updated 07 August 2026.
How to Make 8 Piece Whole Bird Box at Home?
Restaurant fried chicken is brined first, breaded twice, and fried at a temperature you have to actually measure. Those three steps are the whole difference.
Ingredients
Brine
Breading
Directions
0 of 8 steps
Tips
- Rest dredged chicken 10 minutes before frying so the coating grips.
- Never crowd the pot. Four pieces maximum at a time.
- Hold finished batches in a 200 F oven on a rack while you fry the rest.
Variations
- Double the cayenne for a spicy box.
- Add a tablespoon of MSG to the flour for a savory boost.
- Brine with pickle juice instead of buttermilk.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with mashed potatoes, green beans and yeast rolls.
- Cold fried chicken and coleslaw is the better next day lunch.
- Pull leftovers into a salad or sandwich.
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8 Piece Whole Bird Box FAQ
How much is the 8 piece chicken box at Golden Corral?
It costs $17.99. Larger boxes lower the price per piece, and dine in fried chicken is unlimited with the buffet price.
How many people does the 8 piece box feed?
About 3 to 4 people as a main course with sides, or more as part of a larger spread. Cost out an exact party size on the catering calculator.
How many calories are in the 8 piece box?
The full box carries 3320 calories across all pieces. Per piece that lands between 200 and 300 calories depending on the cut.
Is Golden Corral fried chicken hand breaded?
Yes, breaded and fried in batches at each restaurant through the day rather than delivered pre cooked.
Can I choose white or dark meat?
Boxes come mixed by default. Most locations will accommodate an all white or all dark request if you ask when ordering.
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