Whataburger Kids Whatachick’n Strips Meal Price
For kids who prefer chicken over beef, the Whataburger kids chicken strips meal is the answer. It features the chain’s crispy Whatachick’n strips — the same chicken served in the adult strips — in a kid-sized portion, paired with fries, a drink, and a treat. The dippable format is a huge hit with little ones, and the meal is priced right alongside the other kids options. Here is everything parents need to know: the price, what is included, nutrition estimates, and ordering tips.
Below you will find the approximate price breakdown, a look at the strips themselves, how this meal compares to the cheeseburger and grilled cheese kids meals, and answers to common parent questions.
Key Takeaways
- The kids chicken strips meal costs around $5.49 to $5.99, including strips, fries, a drink, and a treat.
- It includes kid-sized Whatachick’n strips — crispy, all-white-meat chicken, usually two to three strips.
- Dipping sauces are typically included or available; ask for your child’s favorite.
- The full meal runs roughly 550 to 650 calories depending on drink and sauce choices.
- Prices are approximate, vary by location, and change over time — confirm at your local restaurant.
Kids Chicken Strips Meal Price and What’s Included
The kids chicken strips meal follows the standard kids meal formula with chicken as the star. The strips are the real Whatachick’n product — not a lesser kids-only recipe — which is why this meal has such a loyal following among young chicken fans. Here is the approximate pricing.
| Item | Price (approx.) | Calories (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Chicken Strips Meal (with fries & drink) | around $5.79 | around 600 |
| Kids Chicken Strips (a la carte) | around $3.99 | around 300 |
| Kids Fries (included side) | included | around 220 |
Like the other kids meals, the bundle saves roughly a dollar versus buying the components separately. Prices are approximate, vary by location, and change over time. For the complete kids menu, see our kids meal options guide.
The Whatachick’n Strips
Whatachick’n strips are made from all-white-meat chicken, breaded and fried to a golden crisp. The kids portion is typically two to three strips — enough for a child’s appetite without waste. The breading is seasoned but not spicy, making it approachable for young palates. These are the same strips adults order, so if your kid likes them now, they will graduate naturally to the adult portions later.
Dipping Sauces
Dipping sauce is half the fun of chicken strips, and Whataburger’s sauce lineup delivers. Ranch and honey mustard are the kid favorites; barbecue and the signature creamy pepper sauce appeal to more adventurous young eaters. Sauces are typically included with the meal or available for a small charge — ask for an extra if your child is a heavy dipper. Each sauce packet adds roughly 100 to 200 calories, so factor that in if you are counting.
Kids Chicken Strips Meal Nutrition
The kids chicken strips meal with fries and milk lands around 600 calories — comparable to the cheeseburger meal. The strips themselves contribute protein (roughly 20 grams), while the breading and frying add fat. Here is the component breakdown.
| Meal Component | Price (approx.) | Calories (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Chicken Strips | part of meal | around 300 |
| Kids Fries | part of meal | around 220 |
| Milk (drink option) | part of meal | around 100 |
| Ranch Dipping Sauce | included/variable | around 150 |
The dipping sauce is the wild card — a packet of ranch can add as many calories as the strips themselves. For the lightest meal, skip the sauce or choose mustard-style options, pair with milk or water, and you are looking at a very reasonable kids meal. These are approximate figures; check Whataburger’s official website for current nutrition data.
Protein Content
One advantage of the strips meal is protein: the all-white-meat chicken delivers roughly 20 grams, more than the kids cheeseburger. For growing kids, especially active ones, that protein is meaningful. It is also why the strips meal tends to keep kids satisfied longer — protein plus the fat from frying is a filling combination.
Allergen Information
The chicken strips contain wheat (breading) and may contain egg and milk depending on the batter recipe. They are fried in shared fryers, so cross-contact is possible. As with all kids menu items, check Whataburger’s official website for current allergen data and talk to the crew if your child has allergies — they are accustomed to these questions.
Comparing the Kids Meal Mains
All three kids meal mains — cheeseburger, chicken strips, grilled cheese — are priced within about fifty cents of each other, so the decision is purely about preference. Here is how the strips meal stacks up against its siblings.
The kids cheeseburger meal is the classic choice — familiar, balanced, and the most popular overall. The kids grilled cheese meal is the simplest and gentlest option, best for very young or very picky eaters. The strips meal sits between them: more interesting than grilled cheese, less “burger-y” than the cheeseburger, with the interactive fun of dipping.
Which Kids Love the Strips Meal
The strips meal is ideal for: kids who love dipping anything in sauce, children who prefer chicken to beef, and young diners who like finger foods. The strip format is easy for small hands to manage — no burger to hold together, no toppings sliding out. For toddlers graduating to “big kid” food, strips are often the easiest transition.
Value Comparison
At around $5.49 to $5.99, the strips meal delivers the same bundle value as the other kids meals: main, fries, drink, and treat for roughly a dollar less than buying separately. The a la carte strips (around $3.99) are also a reasonable add-on if you are supplementing another order — say, extra protein for a hungry teenager alongside a regular meal.
Ordering Tips for Families
When ordering the strips meal, specify the dipping sauce with the order — “kids strips meal with ranch” — so it is ready when the food comes out. If your child wants to try multiple sauces, ask what is available; most locations are happy to include a second packet. Here are more family ordering tips.
Use the calculator below to total up your family’s order — kids meals, adult meals, drinks, and all — before you pay. It takes the guesswork out of feeding a group.
Whataburger Meal Cost Calculator
Build your meal and see the estimated total price and calories. Prices are approximate and vary by location.
Ordering through the app lets you select sauces and drinks deliberately rather than deciding under drive-thru pressure — a real advantage with indecisive young orderers. And for the grown-ups, the value menu guide keeps adult meals affordable alongside the kids meals.
Sauce Strategy
If you are unsure which sauce your child will like, ranch is the safest default — creamy, mild, and universally kid-approved. Honey mustard is the second-safest pick. Avoid the spicier options (like jalapeño ranch, if offered) unless you know your child handles heat. You can always ask for the sauce on the side, which also lets you control portions.
Sharing and Splitting
Two young kids can sometimes share one strips meal plus an extra side — the strips portion is generous for very small appetites. Alternatively, order the meal for one child and a la carte strips (around $3.99) for a sibling who just wants the chicken. The menu’s flexibility makes it easy to right-size the order instead of overbuying.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the kids chicken strips meal at Whataburger?
The kids chicken strips meal costs around $5.49 to $5.99, including strips, fries, a drink, and a treat. Prices are approximate, vary by location, and change over time.
How many strips come in the kids meal?
The kids meal typically includes two to three Whatachick’n strips — a kid-sized portion of the same all-white-meat strips served in adult orders.
What dipping sauces are available?
Common options include ranch, honey mustard, barbecue, and creamy pepper. Availability varies by location; sauces are typically included with the meal or available for a small charge.
How many calories are in the kids strips meal?
The meal with fries and milk runs roughly 550 to 650 calories before dipping sauce. A ranch packet adds about 150 calories. Check Whataburger’s official website for current nutrition data.
Can I buy kids strips separately?
Yes, kids chicken strips are available a la carte for around $3.99 — useful as an add-on or for light eaters.
Are the kids strips the same as adult strips?
Yes, they are the same Whatachick’n all-white-meat strips, just in a smaller kid-sized portion. The recipe and breading are identical.
Final Thoughts
The kids chicken strips meal is a standout of the Whataburger kids menu: real all-white-meat Whatachick’n strips in a kid-friendly portion, with fries, a drink, a treat, and dipping sauces, all for around $5.49 to $5.99. It is the dippable, protein-rich, fun-to-eat option that chicken-loving kids gravitate toward. Order the ranch, let them dip away, and enjoy one of the better kids meals in fast food.
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