Are chicken nuggets keto?

Chicken nuggets

Not 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.

Nutrition per serving

6 pieces · 96 g
Net carbs
14g
Calories
295kcal
Protein
15g
Fat
20g
Total carbs
14 g
Fiber
0.9 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 68%

About 35.7 g of chicken nuggets adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 37% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for chicken nuggets
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories295 kcal307 kcal
Total carbohydrate14 g15 g
Dietary fiber0.9 g0.9 g
Net carbs14 g14 g
Sugars 0.1 g 0.1 g
Protein15 g16 g
Fat20 g20 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?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #170718): Fast foods, chicken, breaded and fried, boneless pieces, plain. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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