Blood Sugar Impact of Chicken Nuggets
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. The protein content may help moderate the blood sugar response.
Key Nutrients
Per 85.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 17.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 17.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
WHITE MEAT CHICKEN, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: RICE STARCH, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SEA SALT, VINEGAR, PREDUSTED, BATTERED, AND BREADED WITH: DRIED POTATOES, WATER, RICE FLOUR, CORN FLOUR, CORN MEAL, CORN STARCH, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, CREAM OF TARTAR, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SPICES, XANTHAN GUM, BREADING SET IN EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL.
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Ingredient Analysis
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WHITE MEAT CHICKEN, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: RICE STARCH, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SEA SALT, VINEGAR, PREDUSTED, BATTERED, AND BREADED WITH: DRIED POTATOES, WATER, RICE FLOUR, CORN FLOUR, CORN MEAL, CORN STARCH, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, CREAM OF TARTAR, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SPICES, XANTHAN GUM, BREADING SET IN EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL.
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Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Chicken Nuggets is a food product in the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 30.5.
Chicken Nuggets has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 30.5. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Chicken Nuggets contains 20.0g carbs, 0.0g sugars, 1.2g fiber, and 20.0g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate blood sugar impact and can be included with portion control. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Chicken Nuggets into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Chicken Nuggets compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category for alternatives.