Calories in 1 Frozen Chicken Nugget
1 frozen chicken nugget (16 g) has 48 calories. That is 2% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 2.1 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 2.9 g of carbohydrates, a split of 18% protein, 58% fat and 24% carbs. For comparison, 2 frozen chicken nuggets has 95 calories. Burning 48 calories takes about 9 minutes of brisk walking or 4 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Frozen Chicken Nuggets calories by serving size
Common amounts of frozen chicken nuggets with calories and macros. Tap a row for its full nutrition page.
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 frozen chicken nugget | 16 g | 48 | 2.1 g | 3.1 g | 2.9 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 84 | 3.8 g | 5.5 g | 5.1 g |
| 2 frozen chicken nuggets | 32 g | 95 | 4.3 g | 6.2 g | 5.7 g |
| 50g | 50 g | 149 | 6.7 g | 9.6 g | 8.9 g |
| 1/2 cup | 70 g | 209 | 9.4 g | 13 g | 13 g |
| 100g | 100 g | 298 | 13 g | 19 g | 18 g |
| 4 oz | 113 g | 338 | 15 g | 22 g | 20 g |
| 1 cup | 140 g | 417 | 19 g | 27 g | 25 g |
| 200g | 200 g | 596 | 27 g | 38 g | 36 g |
Frozen Chicken Nuggets vs similar foods
Calories per 100 g compared with other chicken and poultry.
Frozen Chicken Nuggets: common questions
How many calories are in 1 frozen chicken nugget?
1 frozen chicken nugget weighs about 16 g and has 48 calories.
How much protein is in 1 frozen chicken nugget?
1 frozen chicken nugget has 2.1 g of protein, which is 4% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 1 frozen chicken nugget?
1 frozen chicken nugget has 2.9 g of carbohydrates, including 0.3 g of fiber and 0.1 g of sugars.
How much frozen chicken nuggets is 100 calories?
100 calories of frozen chicken nuggets is 34 g, about 2 frozen chicken nuggets.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID 2706096. Original description: Chicken nuggets, from frozen. Portion weights are USDA household measures.