Burger King Chicken Nuggets (4 Pieces)
Made with white meat chicken, these bite sized snacks are coated in a special seasoning and fried to a crisp. The breading contains wheat. You can choose a side sauce such as BBQ, sweet & sour, honey mustard, or ranch.
A 4-piece serving of the chicken nuggets has 190 calories, 12 grams fat, 12 grams carbohydrates, and 9 grams protein.
Read this guide for more detailed nutritional information in 4 Burger King chicken nuggets. We also provide a chart below so you can compare nutrition facts for similar chicken dishes at other fast food restaurants.
Burger King Chicken Nuggets Nutritional Info
Nutrition Info
190 Calories
% Daily Value
|
Saturated Fat |
13% |
med |
|
Sodium |
21% |
HIGH |
|
Added Sugars |
0% |
LOW |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Calories
A four piece order of nuggets contains 190 calories.
Here is a summary of the number of calories by macronutrient:
Over half of the total calories are derived from 12 grams of dietary fats. Carbohydrates make up 24% of the total calories and the remaining 18% is from protein.
% Calories from Fat, Carbs and Protein
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 190 CALORIES
Calories per Chicken Nugget
There are approximately 48 calories in a single Burger King chicken nugget.
As such, an 8-piece order contains approximately 380 calories.
The breakout of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Burger King. Calories will vary with the addition of a dipping sauce.
Calories in Dipping Sauce
One container of dipping sauce can increase calories up to 150, depending on the selected sauce.
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Cholesterol
It’s important to note the amount of both cholesterol and sodium in the chicken nuggets.
One serving of four nuggets contains 30 milligrams of cholesterol, which is about 10% of the total daily value (based on 2,000 a calorie diet).
Sodium
In addition, there are 490 milligrams of sodium in a four piece serving. That’s over 100 milligrams of sodium per nugget.
To put that into context, an order of four nuggets contains approximately 20% of the daily value recommended by the FDA. That’s high for a single menu item, especially one that is often consumed as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 4 Nuggets
Amount per serving
|
Calories |
190 |
% Daily Value
Red indicates a high %DV.
|
Total Fat |
12g |
19% |
|
Saturated Fat |
2.5g |
13% |
|
Trans Fat |
0g | |
|
Cholesterol |
30mg |
10% |
|
Sodium |
490mg |
21% |
|
Carbohydrates |
12g |
4% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
1g |
4% |
|
Total Sugars |
0g | |
|
Protein |
9g |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
Allergens
The chicken nuggets are made with ingredients that contain soy and wheat.
In addition, this meal is cooked in the same fryer that is used to cook other menu items, including those that may contain fish, egg, milk, or nuts.
Fast Food Chicken Nuggets
Fast Food Chicken Nuggets Nutrition Facts
When comparing the nutritional value of Burger King’s chicken nuggets to similar dishes offered at fast food restaurants, it’s best to find comparable serving sizes.
The data table below summarizes the nutrition facts for popular fast food chicken nuggets, strips, and bites.
| Restaurant | Menu Item | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Chicken Nuggets (4pc) | 190 | 12g | 11g | 9g | 490mg |
| Burger King | Chicken Nuggets (8pc) | 390 | 25g | 23g | 18g | 990mg |
| Chick-fil-A | Chicken Nuggets (8pc) | 250 | 11g | 11g | 27g | 1210mg |
| McDonald's | Chicken McNuggets (6pc) | 250 | 15g | 15g | 14g | 500mg |
| Wendy's | Spicy Chicken Nuggets (4pc) | 190 | 12g | 9g | 10g | 480mg |
| Wendy's | Spicy Chicken Nuggets (6pc) | 280 | 18g | 13g | 15g | 720mg |
| Wendy's | Spicy Chicken Nuggets (10pc) | 470 | 31g | 22g | 26g | 1190mg |
| Wendy's | Crispy Nuggets (10pc) | 450 | 29g | 23g | 25g | 950mg |
| Shake Shack | Chicken Bites (6pc) | 300 | 19g | 15g | 17g | 780mg |
| Shake Shack | Chicken Bites (10pc) | 510 | 32g | 26g | 29g | 1,300mg |
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts and image source: Burger King.