Are chicken nuggets keto?
Chicken nuggets
Six nuggets have about 13 g net carbs from the batter, before any dipping sauce. Honey mustard and BBQ sauce can double that.
Nutrition per serving
6 pieces · 96 g- Net carbs
- 14g
- Calories
- 295kcal
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
- Total carbs
- 14 g
- Fiber
- 0.9 g
About 35.7 g of chicken nuggets adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 37% of a typical serving.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 295 kcal | 307 kcal |
| Total carbohydrate | 14 g | 15 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Net carbs | 14 g | 14 g |
| Sugars | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Protein | 15 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 20 g | 20 g |
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Frequently asked questions
Are chicken nuggets keto?
No — chicken nuggets are not keto-friendly. Six nuggets have about 13 g net carbs from the batter, before any dipping sauce. Honey mustard and BBQ sauce can double that.
How many net carbs are in chicken nuggets?
6 pieces (96 g) of chicken nuggets has about 14 g net carbs (14 g total carbs minus 0.9 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 14 g net carbs.
How much chicken nuggets can I eat on keto?
About 35.7 g of chicken nuggets adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 37% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 68% of your carbs.
What is a good keto substitute for chicken nuggets?
Try chicken wings, chicken breast, pork rinds, ranch dressing. See our full guide: keto substitutes for breadcrumbs & breading.
