Chicken Nuggets Calories and Nutrition Facts

Calories and nutrients calculated from the ingredients

Summary

Calories
281
kcal / 100 g
Protein
18.8
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
18.4
g / 100 g
Fat
14.7
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
  • Protein 27%
  • Carbohydrates 26%
  • Fat 47%

100 grams of Chicken Nuggets contain 281 kcal, 18.8 g protein, 18.4 g carbohydrates and 14.7 g fat. 1 serving (120 g) has about 337 kcal.

Low sugarHigh protein

Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).

What Is in Chicken Nuggets?

Values are calculated from the ingredients of a standard recipe for 4 (1,012 g of raw ingredients in total).

IngredientAmountEnergyShare of calories
Sunflower Oil90 g796 kcal
33%
Chicken Breast (Raw)600 g648 kcal
27%
Breadcrumbs150 g593 kcal
25%
White Flour60 g218 kcal
9%
Egg100 g143 kcal
5.9%
Garlic Powder3 g10 kcal
0.4%
Sweet Paprika3 g8 kcal
0.3%
Salt6 g0 kcal
0%

15% of the weight is counted as lost to evaporation during cooking.

Chicken Nuggets Nutrition Facts

VitaminsPer 100 gNRV
Vitamin A34.9 µg4%
Vitamin C0.01 mg0%
Vitamin D0.23 µg5%
Vitamin E4.7 mg39%
Vitamin K2.1 µg3%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.28 mg25%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.25 mg18%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)6.9 mg43%
Vitamin B60.59 mg42%
Vitamin B120.3 µg12%
Folate42.8 µg21%
MineralsPer 100 gNRV
Calcium44.2 mg6%
Iron1.7 mg12%
Magnesium28.8 mg8%
Phosphorus200 mg29%
Potassium301 mg15%
Sodium536 mg22%
Zinc0.92 mg9%
Copper0.09 mg9%
Manganese0.23 mg12%
Selenium28.9 µg53%
Fat breakdownPer 100 g
Saturated fat2 g
Monounsaturated fat9.8 g
Polyunsaturated fat1.3 g
Cholesterol87.9 mg

NRV: share of the EU adult nutrient reference value provided by 100 g.

Allergens and Diets

Contains
  • Gluten
  • Egg
Vegan
No
Vegetarian
No
Gluten-free
No
Dairy-free
Yes

Based on the recipe’s ingredients; ready-made and restaurant versions may contain traces.

Data Source

Values are calculated from the dish’s ingredients and weights, using the USDA FoodData Central measurement for each ingredient. Calories and macros are not AI estimates.

Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Chicken Nuggets?
100 grams of Chicken Nuggets contain 281 kcal. 1 serving (120 g) has about 337 kcal.
How much protein is in Chicken Nuggets?
100 grams contain 18.8 g of protein; 27% of its energy comes from protein.
Is Chicken Nuggets gluten-free?
No. It contains a gluten grain (wheat, barley, rye or oats).
Is Chicken Nuggets vegan?
No, it contains animal products.

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