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Breaded Chicken Nuggets Calories

Breaded, fried chicken nugget; protein and energy source, popular among kids

CALORIES

270kcal

60medium

POTASSIUM

220mg

FIBER

1.5g

Breaded Chicken Nuggets Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

270

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

18g

· 27%

Protein

15g

· 22%

Fat

15g

· 51%

Fiber

1.5g

Breaded Chicken Nuggets Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

4.5mg · 28% DV

Biotin

6µg · 20% DV

0.25mg · 15% DV

0.7mg · 14% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

180mg · 26% DV

Sodium

570mg · 25% DV

Selenium

13µg · 24% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

Breaded Chicken Nuggets Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Medium

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Breaded Chicken Nuggets Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Breaded Chicken Nuggets Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy free

Eggs yes

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Breaded Chicken Nuggets Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Breaded Chicken Nuggets Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.4g

POLYUNSATURATED

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Omega 6:3 ratio 24.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (24.3:1).

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Breaded Chicken Nuggets — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in breaded chicken nuggets?

Breaded chicken nuggets contain 270 calories per 100 g. The same amount provides 15 g of protein, 18 g of carbohydrates, and 15 g of fat.

Are breaded chicken nuggets suitable for a low-glycemic diet?

Breaded chicken nuggets have a glycemic index of 60, which is considered moderate. They provide 18 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.