Calories in Chicken Nuggets

Chicken Nuggets has about 280 calories per 6 pieces (100 g), with 15 g protein, 18 g carbs and 17 g fat. Per 100 g it has 280 kcal.

Good protein source
280kcal
Calories · 6 pieces (100 g)
15g
Protein · 6 pieces (100 g)
18g
Carbs · 6 pieces (100 g)
17g
Fat · 6 pieces (100 g)
Carbs 25%Protein 21%Fat 54%share of calories

Chicken Nuggets calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
6 pieces (100 g)280 kcal15 g18 g17 g
100 g280 kcal15 g18 g17 g

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Chicken Nuggets nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 g
Calories280 kcal
Protein15 g
Carbohydrates18 g
Fat17 g
Fibre1 g
Sugar0.8 g
Sodium550 mg
Calcium25 mg
Iron1.2 mg
Potassium220 mg
Vitamin C0.5 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Chicken Nuggets healthy?

  • ●Chicken Nuggets is moderately calorie-dense at 280 kcal per 100 g. About 25% of its calories come from carbs, 21% from protein and 54% from fat.
  • ●It can fit a fat-loss diet in a measured portion. Add vegetables or a salad and go easy on the oil or butter.
  • ●With 15 g protein in 6 pieces (100 g), it makes a solid contribution to a muscle-building day. Most active adults aim for about 1.6 g protein per kg of body weight.

To burn it off: 6 pieces (100 g) (280 kcal) takes about 56 min of brisk walking or 25 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Chicken Nuggets: frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Chicken Nuggets?

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One serving of Chicken Nuggets, 6 pieces (100 g), has roughly 280 calories, with 15 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates, 17 g fat and 1 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Chicken Nuggets?

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100 g of Chicken Nuggets has 280 kcal, with 15 g protein, 18 g carbs, 17 g fat, 1 g fibre and 0.8 g sugar.

How much protein is in Chicken Nuggets?

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Chicken Nuggets has 15 g protein per 100 g (15 g in 6 pieces (100 g)). Protein provides about 21% of its calories.

Is Chicken Nuggets good for weight loss?

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In moderation. At 280 kcal per 100 g it can fit a weight-loss diet if your total daily calories stay in a deficit and the meal includes protein and vegetables.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Chicken Nuggets?

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Burning roughly 280 kcal takes about 56 minutes of brisk walking or 25 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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