McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) Calories & Carbs

Last updated September 8, 2026 · Compiled by the CarbMeNot Team

McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece)
14.9g
Net carbs
16g
Total carbs
1g
Fiber
15g
Protein
16g
Fat
270
Calories

Values per 6 pieces (101g); per 100 g: 14.8g net carbs, 267 cal. Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols — do the math for any label with the free net carbs calculator.

How many carbs are in mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece)?

McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) — 6 pieces (101g) — has 14.9g net carbs: 16g total carbs minus 1g fiber, plus 15g protein, 16g fat, and 270 calories. Per 100g that is 14.8g net carbs (15.8g total carbs, 1g fiber) and 267 calories. That makes mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece) moderate in net carbs and lower than the typical fast-food item, which averages about 26.2g net carbs per 100g. At this carb count, mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece) is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per 100 g, sourced from Manufacturer-reported values; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

Is mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece) keto-friendly?

Limit it

McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. 6 pieces (101g) is 14.9g net carbs (16g total carbs − 1g fiber); per 100g that is 14.8g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.

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Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
6 pieces14.9g16g270
100 g (3.5 oz)14.8g15.8g267
1 oz (28 g)4.1g4.4g75

How many calories are in mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece)?

McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) — 6 pieces (101g) — has 270 calories, with 15g protein, 16g fat, and 14.9g net carbs. Per 100g: 267 calories and 14.8g net carbs.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories267
Total carbs15.8g
Net carbs14.8g
Fiber1g
Sugar0g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein14.9g
Fat15.8g
Sodium406mg
Potassium228mg

Source: Manufacturer-reported values (fast-food). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece)?
McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) (6 pieces, 101g) has 16g of total carbs and 14.9g of net carbs. Per 100 grams: 15.8g total, 14.8g net.
How many net carbs are in mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece)?
McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) has 14.9g of net carbs per 6 pieces (101g) — 16g total carbs minus 1g fiber.
Is mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece) keto-friendly?
McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. 6 pieces (101g) is 14.9g net carbs (16g total carbs − 1g fiber); per 100g that is 14.8g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
How many calories are in mcdonald's chicken mcnuggets (6-piece)?
McDonald's Chicken McNuggets (6-Piece) (6 pieces, 101g) has 270 calories; that is 267 calories per 100 grams.

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