How many carbs are in chicken nuggets?
Ten chicken nuggets (142g, Wendy's style) have about 20g of carbohydrate. The carbs come almost entirely from the breading, not the chicken.
Carbs by portion
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 pieces (142g) | 20.3g | 0.0g | 20.3g |
| 1 pieces (68g) | 9.7g | 0.0g | 9.7g |
| 100 grams | 14.3g | 0.0g | 14.3g |
Net carbs
Ten chicken nuggets have about 20g of net carbs. No fiber is listed in the USDA data for this product. See the net carbs guide.
For diabetes
Ten chicken nuggets carry 20g of carbs from the breading. A 5-piece kids serving has about 10g. The fat in the nuggets slows gastric emptying, which can delay the glucose peak by 1 to 2 hours. Dipping sauces add carbs: ketchup has 4g per tablespoon, honey mustard has 6 to 10g per packet. See the diabetes carb-counting guide.
Keto and low carb
Ten nuggets have about 20g of carbs, which is too much for strict keto in one food. A 5-piece serving at 10g of carbs may fit some plans, but the breading makes nuggets an imperfect keto choice.
Good to know
The carbs in chicken nuggets come from the breading, not the chicken. The chicken meat itself is zero carbs. Panko-breaded or tempura-battered nuggets have the highest carb counts. Air-fried homemade nuggets with almond-flour breading can reduce carbs significantly. Fast-food chain nugget carb counts vary: McDonald's 10-piece McNuggets have about 29g of carbs, slightly more than the Wendy's data used here.
Full nutrition (per 100g)
- Calories: 326.0 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 14.31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 0.08g
- Protein: 16.46g
- Fat: 22.55g
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How many carbs are in chicken nuggets?
Ten chicken nuggets (142g, Wendy's style) have about 20g of carbohydrate. McDonald's 10-piece McNuggets have about 29g.
Are chicken nuggets keto?
In small amounts only. Five nuggets have about 10g of carbs. The breading makes them unsuitable for strict keto in larger portions.
Where do the carbs in chicken nuggets come from?
Almost entirely from the breading. The chicken meat itself is zero carbs.
How many carbs are in 5 chicken nuggets?
About 10g of carbohydrate, based on the USDA Wendy's data.
Do dipping sauces add a lot of carbs to chicken nuggets?
Yes. Ketchup adds 4g per tablespoon, honey mustard adds 6 to 10g per packet, and ranch adds 1 to 2g per packet.