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Fried chicken nugget Calories

Protein-containing processed fried chicken product

CALORIES

296kcal

52low

POTASSIUM

240mg

FIBER

1.2g

Fried chicken nugget Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

296

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

18.5g

· 24%

Protein

15g

· 20%

Fat

18.8g

· 56%

Fiber

1.2g

Fried chicken nugget Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

5.4mg · 34% DV

Biotin

5µg · 17% DV

0.28mg · 16% DV

0.75mg · 15% DV

Minerals

Selenium

16µg · 29% DV

Sodium

620mg · 27% DV

Phosphorus

180mg · 26% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

Fried chicken nugget Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

9.6

Low

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

Is Fried chicken nugget Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-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 Fried chicken nugget Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Fried chicken nugget 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

Fried chicken nugget Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.9g

MONOUNSATURATED

7.4g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.5g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 80:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (80:1).

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Fried chicken nugget — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in fried chicken nuggets?

Fried chicken nuggets provide 296 calories per 100 g. A 100 g serving contains 15 g of protein, 18.5 g of carbohydrates, and 18.8 g of fat.

Are fried chicken nuggets gluten-free and suitable for a diet?

No, fried chicken nuggets contain gluten, so they are not suitable for a gluten-free diet. They are compatible with an omnivore diet, but they are an ultra-processed food.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.