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| Category | Charbroiled Burgers |
|---|---|
| What it is | The spicy burger |
| Description | A charbroiled patty with two strips of Cherrywood bacon, jalapeño poppers, pepper jack, pickled jalapeño coins and habanero ranch on a seeded bun. |
| Other sizes | Double El Diablo, Triple El Diablo |
| Typical price | $10.15 |
| Calories (menu) | 940 |
| Calories (guide) | 940 |
| Protein | 39g |
| Fat | 40g (19g saturated) |
| Carbohydrates | 78g |
| Sodium | 2,070mg |
| Allergens | E, M, S, SS, W |
| Data source | Official Carl's Jr. menu (October 2026) and nutrition guide (June 24, 2025) |
What Is the Carl's Jr. Single El Diablo?
The El Diablo is the spicy burger. It stacks jalapeño poppers, pickled jalapeño coins, pepper jack and habanero ranch on top of bacon.
It is also the heaviest of the five lines, with the most calories and sodium at every size.
The single is a normal one-patty burger and the cheapest way to try this build.
Single El Diablo Sizes and Calories
The same build comes in three patty counts. Here is how calories, protein and price change.
| Item | Calories | Protein | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single El Diablo | 940 | 39g | $10.15 |
| Double El Diablo | 1180 | 58g | $12.15 |
| Triple El Diablo | 1430 | 77g | $14.00 |
Carl's Jr. has no national price list, so prices are typical figures from US locations.
Single El Diablo Nutrition Facts
| Size | Cal | Fat | Sat fat | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 940 | 40 | 19 | 2,070 | 78 | 4 | 12 | 39 |
Fat, carbs, fiber, sugar and protein in grams. Sodium in milligrams. A dash means the guide does not list that figure.
Reading these numbers
It has 2,070mg of sodium. That is about 90% of the 2,300mg daily limit most adults are advised to stay under. That is a big share of the day for one item.
It gives you 4.1g of protein per 100 calories. The average item in Charbroiled Burgers has 1,003 calories and 51g of protein, so this one is lighter than average for its section.
On Its Own or as a Combo?
| Order | Calories | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Single El Diablo | 940 | $10.15 |
| Single El Diablo Combo | 1250–1940 | $17.10 |
The combo adds Natural-Cut Fries and a drink. If you would buy both anyway, it can work out cheaper. If you only want the Single El Diablo, skip it.
Single El Diablo Allergens
The official Carl's Jr. guide dated June 24, 2025 lists these allergens for this item:
- Egg
- Milk
- Soy
- Sesame
- Wheat
See the full Carl's Jr. allergen guide →
How to Order the Single El Diablo
- Pick your patty count. Each extra patty adds about 250 calories and about 20g of protein.
- Ask for sauce on the side if you want to control the fat. The sauces carry a lot of it.
- Want fries and a drink? The combo can be cheaper than buying them separately.
- Confirm the price locally. Each restaurant sets its own prices.
- Tell the crew about allergies before you order. The kitchen is shared.
How the Single El Diablo Compares
Other items in Charbroiled Burgers with full nutrition data, lightest first. A dash means not published.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single El Diablo | 940 | 39g | 78g | 2,070mg |
| Big Cheeseburger | 540 | 28g | 56g | 1,150mg |
| Single Famous Star | 680 | 28g | 57g | 1,270mg |
| Single Big Carl | 670 | 28g | 55g | 1,050mg |
| Single Western Bacon Cheeseburger | 770 | 35g | 77g | 1,490mg |
| Single Guacamole Bacon Burger | 850 | 34g | 55g | 1,460mg |
| Double Famous Star | 940 | 48g | 60g | 1,600mg |
| Double Big Carl | 920 | 47g | 56g | 1,380mg |
| Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger | 1,020 | 55g | 78g | 1,820mg |
| Double Guacamole Bacon Burger | 1,100 | 54g | 56g | 1,760mg |
Want the whole menu side by side? Open the full nutrition table or add up an order with the meal builder.
What to Order With It
Common add-ons, with their official calories:
- Natural-Cut French Fries: 280–450 calories, $4.99
- Onion Rings: 560 calories, $5.65
- Fried Zucchini: 310 calories, $4.99
- Waffle Fries: 380 calories, $4.99
- 6 piece - Jalapeño POPPERS Bites: 370 calories, $5.55
- Chocolatey Chip Cookies: 170 calories, $1.75
More From Charbroiled Burgers
Single Famous Star®
A charbroiled beef patty with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, sliced onions, dill pickles, Special Sauce and mayo on a seeded bun.
Double Famous Star®
The Famous Star with two charbroiled patties: American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, Special Sauce and mayo.
Triple Famous Star®
Three charbroiled patties with the full Famous Star build on a seeded bun.
Single Western Bacon Cheeseburger®
A charbroiled beef patty with two strips of Cherrywood bacon, American cheese, crispy onion rings and BBQ sauce on a seeded bun.
Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger®
Two charbroiled patties with bacon, American cheese, onion rings and BBQ sauce on a seeded bun.
Triple Western Bacon Cheeseburger®
Three charbroiled patties with bacon, American cheese, onion rings and BBQ sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
The official online menu lists 940 calories.
About $10.15 at the US locations we track. Prices change by city and store, so check the Carl's Jr. app for yours.
A charbroiled patty with two strips of Cherrywood bacon, jalapeño poppers, pepper jack, pickled jalapeño coins and habanero ranch on a seeded bun.
39g of protein, along with 40g of fat and 78g of carbs.
2,070mg, which is about 90% of the 2,300mg daily limit in the US Dietary Guidelines.
The official guide lists egg, milk, soy, sesame, wheat. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contact is possible. See the allergen guide.
The number of charbroiled patties. The El Diablo runs 940, 1180, 1430 calories as a single, double and triple.