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Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets)
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Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets) nutrition facts

Per 6 pieces 3.4 oz ยท 95 g

Calories
287
14%
of a 2,000 cal day
  • Protein
    15g
    21% of calories
  • Carbs
    14g
    20% of calories
  • Fat
    19g
    59% of calories
Portion
  • โœ“ Sugar free

At a glance

One serving of Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets) (6 pieces 3.4 oz, 95 g) has 287 calories, with 15 g of protein, 14 g of carbohydrates and 19 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (59% of calories). It is high in protein (30% DV), niacin (44% DV) and Vitamin B6 (29% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, which provides 23% of the daily value.

Per 100 g
302cal
medium energy density
Protein per 100 cal
5.2g
Net carbs
14g
carbs minus fiber
Fiber
0.8g
0.1 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

  • Protein30%
  • Niacin44%
  • Vitamin B629%
  • Phosphorus37%

Good source of

10โ€“19% of the daily value

  • Thiamine13%
  • Vitamin B1213%
  • Pantothenic acid17%
  • Iron11%

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20%+ of the daily value

  • Sodium23%

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 6 pieces 3.4 oz (95 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Vitamin C1 mg
1%
Thiamine0.2 mg
13%
Riboflavin (B2)0.1 mg
8%
Niacin7 mg
44%
Vitamin B60.4 mg
29%
Folate (B9)27 ฮผg
7%
Vitamin B120.3 ฮผg
13%
Pantothenic acid1 mg
17%

Minerals

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Calcium10 mg
1%
Iron1 mg
11%
Potassium239 mg
5%
Magnesium23 mg
5%
Phosphorus258 mg
37%
Zinc1 mg
5%
Copper0 mg
5%
Manganese0.1 mg
6%
Full breakdown ยท 14 more nutrients
NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.3 gโ€”
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0 gโ€”
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 gโ€”
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 gโ€”
Fructose0 gโ€”
Galactose0 gโ€”
Glucose0 gโ€”
Lactose0 gโ€”
Maltose0 gโ€”
Monounsaturated fats8 gโ€”
Polyunsaturated fats5 gโ€”
Sucrose0.1 gโ€”
Total omega 30.3 gโ€”
Total omega 65 gโ€”

How it compares

Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.

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Burning 287 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

  • 54min
    Walking (3.5 mph)
  • 34min
    Cycling (moderate)
  • 24min
    Running (6 mph)
  • 40min
    Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets)?

One serving of Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets) (6 pieces 3.4 oz) has 287 calories, which works out to 302 calories per 100 g. That is about 14% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Are Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets) high in protein?

It provides a solid 15 g of protein per serving (30% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 21% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Are Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets) keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 14 g of net carbs and 20% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20โ€“50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets)?

538 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Chicken nuggets (McDonald's, Chicken McNuggets)?

0.1 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

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