Meat and Poultry / Poultry
Chicken nugget
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 220kcal / 2530kcal (8%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 15.5 g/ 71g (21%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 11.2 g/ 42g (26%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 14.3 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.97 mg/ 1mg (80%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.13 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 6.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (38%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 48 mg/ 750mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 163 mg/ 700mg (23%) source |
Iron | 0.8 mg/ 12mg (6%) |
Sodium | 520 mg/ 1500mg (34%) |
What is this food?
Chicken nugget is a breaded and fried chicken snack or meal component. Per 100 g, it provides protein, but it also comes with added fat and sodium.
Why it matters to health
Chicken nuggets can help support your daily protein needs (useful for building and repairing body tissues). However, this version is higher in saturated fat (2.22 g) and sodium (520 mg), which can add up if eaten often—especially alongside salty viands and processed foods. It also has carbohydrates (14.3 g) and fiber (1.2 g), so it’s not as filling or “fiber-rich” as meals built around rice plus vegetables. A balanced approach helps you enjoy it without crowding out more nutrient-dense foods.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions reasonable: treat nuggets as a snack or occasional viand, not the main plate every day.
- Pair with fiber and micronutrients: add a serving of vegetables (e.g., lettuce, carrots, cabbage) and/or a side of fruit.
- Choose better cooking when possible: baked/air-fried nuggets usually reduce extra oil compared to deep-frying.
- Watch the sodium: go lighter on salty dips (ketchup, sweet sauces) and balance the rest of the day with less salty foods.
- Build your plate for your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks: if you have nuggets, make the rest of the meal include whole foods (rice in appropriate portion, veggies, and a fruit).
Common Filipino dishes
Chicken nuggets, Chicken adobo, Chicken inasal, Chicken curry, Fried chicken
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