Chicken Nuggets

by Tyson in Chicken nuggets Barcode 0023700018632
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
e
Environmental impact estimate

Chicken Nuggets by Tyson provides 299 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 15.6 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Chicken nuggets category. Contains: chicken, gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
19.5 g · High
Saturated fat
4.6 g · Moderate
Sugars
0 g · Low
Salt
1.3 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 4 Pieces (77 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 299 kcal 230 kcal 219 +36%
Total fat 19.5 g 15 g 19% 10.8 +81%
Saturated fat 4.6 g 3.5 g 18% 2.1 +120%
Carbohydrates 16.9 g 13 g 5% 16 +5%
Total sugars 0 g 0 g 1.2 −100%
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 0.8 −100%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0 g 0% 1.3 −100%
Protein 15.6 g 12 g 24% 14.1 +11%
Salt 1.3 g 1 g 1.3

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1172 Chicken nuggets products on Foodmetria.

Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from August 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.

Compared with other chicken nuggets

Calories higher 3%
Sugars lower 1%
Salt higher 32%
Saturated fat higher 3%
Protein top 26%
Fiber top 100%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

chicken, water, salt, and natural flavor, breaded with: wheat flour, water, wheat starch, white whole wheat flour, salt, contains 2% or less of the following: yellow corn flour, corn starch, dried onion, dried garlic, dried yeast, brown sugar, extractives of paprika, and spices, breading set in vegetable oil,

Palm oil freeNot veganNot vegetarian
Allergens
ChickenGluten

Product details

Serving size
4 Pieces (77 g)
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0023700018632

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Chicken Nuggets?

Chicken Nuggets contains 299 kcal per 100 g and about 230 kcal per serving (4 Pieces (77 g)).

How much sugar is in Chicken Nuggets?

Chicken Nuggets has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Chicken Nuggets healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Chicken Nuggets vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Chicken Nuggets contain?

According to the label data it contains: Chicken, Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 23, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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