Chicken (Cock, Hen, Rooster) · Gallus gallus
McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Fair nutrient density 19/100
How many beneficial nutrients McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
24% from carbs
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Carbs 24%17.2 g per serving
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Fat 56%18.1 g per serving
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Protein 21%15.0 g per serving
What McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 307.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 5,534.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 5.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 30.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 1,921.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 994.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 77.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 44.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 267.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 7,764.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 140.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 5,534.0 mg | — |
| alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 298.0 mg | — |
| gamma-Linolenic Acid | 9.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 40.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 15.0 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | ~ | — |
| Vitamin C | 1.2 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 7.4 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 28.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.9 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 14.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | |
| Magnesium | 22.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 332.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 251.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 632.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 44.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 2.3 g | — |
About McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS
Chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) is the most popular meat in the world, an affordable, mild-tasting poultry that takes on almost any flavor and cuisine. It is sold in a range of cuts, from lean, low-fat breast meat to richer thighs, drumsticks, and wings, along with whole birds for roasting. Chicken is an excellent source of high-quality complete protein, supplying about 165 calories and 31 grams of protein per cooked 3.5-ounce serving of skinless breast, plus B vitamins, selenium, and phosphorus.
It is endlessly versatile, grilled, roasted, fried, baked, poached for soups, simmered into curries and stews, or shredded for tacos, salads, and sandwiches. Always cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, keep it refrigerated and well sealed away from other foods, and use fresh chicken within a couple of days or freeze it for longer storage.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS?
There are 291 calories in 100 g of McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS, or about 276 calories in 6 pieces (95 g).
How much protein is in McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS?
McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS contains 15.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS?
McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS has 17.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS?
McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS provides 18.1 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS a good source of?
McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS is an excellent source of Niacin (B3) (46% DV), Protein (30% DV), Phosphorus (27% DV) and Vitamin B6 (23% DV) and a good source of Pantothenic Acid (B5), Vitamin B12 and Thiamin (B1) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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