6-Piece Basket100% White Meat~1,380 Calories

6-Piece Chicken Strip Basket

Q: How much is the DQ 6-Piece Chicken Strip Basket?

$13.49 with approximately 1,380 calories including fries and Texas toast. The 4-Piece is $9.99.

Q: Is the 6-Piece worth the extra cost over the 4-Piece?

At $13.49 vs. $9.99, the 6-Piece adds two strips for $3.50 more. Per-strip cost is lower on the 6-Piece (~$2.25 vs. ~$2.50). Worth it if you are very hungry or sharing.

Q: What sauce comes with the 6-Piece basket?

One dipping sauce of your choice — Country Gravy, Ranch, Honey Mustard, BBQ, or Sweet & Sour. Country Gravy is the most popular choice.

$13.49

Built for serious cravings. The 6-Piece Chicken Strip Basket features six hand-breaded, 100% whole white-meat chicken tenderloins fried to golden crunchiness, alongside a generous portion of hot french fries, warm buttered Texas toast, and dipping sauce. At $13.49 and approximately 1,380 calories, it's the heavyweight champion of the hot food menu.

Price	$13.49
Calories	~1,380 cal (with fries and Texas toast)
Chicken	100% whole white meat, never frozen
Includes	6 strips, fries, Texas toast, 1 dipping sauce
Dipping Sauce	Country Gravy, Ranch, Honey Mustard, BBQ, Sweet & Sour

Price & Calories by Size — 2026

Size / Option	Price	Calories	Total Fat
6-Piece Chicken Strip Basket	$13.49	~1,380 cal	~58g
4-Piece Chicken Strip Basket	$9.99	~1,000 cal	~42g
Honey BBQ 4-Piece	$10.49	~1,100 cal	~46g

Prices are 2026 national averages. Your local DQ may vary slightly.

6-Piece vs. 4-Piece Chicken Strip Basket — Which to Order

While the standard 4-Piece Chicken Strip Basket ($9.99) satisfies most single diners, the 6-Piece basket at $13.49 is the go-to choice for hearty appetites or casual sharing. Because you receive two additional chicken strips for only $3.50 more, your cost per tender drops from roughly $2.50 down to $2.25, making this larger basket a notably better value per ounce of protein.

See the full DQ food menu including all basket options on The Queen Dairy Menu.

Dipping Sauce Guide

Each basket is served with your choice of one complimentary dipping sauce. Because six large tenderloins require plenty of dipping coverage, we strongly recommend asking the crew for a second dipping cup upon ordering (usually available for a minimal upcharge of around $0.50 to $0.75 depending on location).

Country Gravy — Traditional DQ pairing, most popular
Ranch — Cool and creamy, second most popular
Honey Mustard — Sweet-tangy balance
BBQ Sauce — Smoky and sweet
Sweet & Sour — Lighter, fruit-forward

Sauced Basket vs. Plain Basket

The 6-Piece is only available as a plain basket (you choose your dipping sauce). Sauced basket options — Honey BBQ, Parmesan Garlic, and FlameThrower — are available for the 4-Piece only at $10.49. If you want the sauced experience in larger quantity, order two 2-Piece Chicken Strips snacks and an extra sauce alongside a 4-Piece sauced basket.

Calorie Breakdown

6 chicken strips only: approximately 660 cal
Seasoned fries: approximately 370 cal
Texas toast: approximately 150 cal
Dipping sauce (Country Gravy): approximately 80 cal
Total: approximately 1,380 cal

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the DQ 6-Piece Chicken Strip Basket?+

The 6-Piece Chicken Strip Basket retails for $13.49 and provides approximately 1,380 calories including seasoned fries, Texas toast, and dipping sauce.

Is the 6-Piece worth the extra cost over the 4-Piece?+

Yes, if you have a big appetite! You get two extra chicken strips for $3.50 more, which reduces the per-strip cost from $2.50 to about $2.25.

What sauce comes with the 6-Piece basket?+

One sauce is included with your order: Country Gravy, Ranch, Honey Mustard, BBQ, or Sweet & Sour. You can also add extra sauces for a modest fee.

For the complete 2026 DQ food and treats menu, visit The Queen Dairy Menu. See all Blizzard flavors on the Blizzard Treats page.