Calories in Chicken nuggets
Chicken nuggets contains 296 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 6 nuggets (96 g) — carries about 284 kcal.
Breading and frying nearly double the chicken’s calories.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 6 nuggets (96 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 296 kcal | 284 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 18 g | 17 g |
| Carbohydrates | 18 g | 17 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~71 minutes
~28 minutes
Approximate, for a ~284 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in chicken nuggets?
Chicken nuggets contains 296 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 6 nuggets (96 g) — carries about 284 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does chicken nuggets have?
Per 100 g: 15 g protein, 18 g fat and 18 g carbohydrates. That makes chicken nuggets a good protein source.
Is chicken nuggets suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 296 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (6 nuggets (96 g)) is ~284 kcal. Breading and frying nearly double the chicken’s calories.
How much does one serving of chicken nuggets weigh?
The typical serving is 6 nuggets (96 g) — about 96 g, which equals ~284 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of chicken nuggets?
Roughly 71 minutes of brisk walking or 28 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.