| Item | Price (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Individual | £4.79 |
| Medium Meal | £6.69 |
The 6-piece Chicken McNuggets® from McDonald’s are made with 100% chicken breast in a crispy coating. Served hot, they’re perfect with one of McDonald’s signature dipping sauces, such as Smokey BBQ, Sweet Curry, or Sweet and Sour.
Calories
- 261 kcal per 6-piece serving.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Description |
|---|---|
| Chicken | Chicken breast meat (45%) |
| Batter / Coating | Water, vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed), maize flour, wheat flour (with calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), starches, wheat semolina, breadcrumbs, natural flavourings (contains celery), potassium chloride, dried glucose syrup, wheat gluten |
Nutrition
The following values are for a standard 6-piece serving:
| Nutrient | Amount | % RI (Adult) |
| Energy | 1094 kJ / 261 kcal | 13% |
| Fat | 13g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6g | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 7% |
| Sugars | 0.4g | <1% |
| Fibre | 1.1g | – |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Salt | 0.6g | 10% |
Allergens
If you have a food allergy, please be aware of the following:
- Contains: Wheat (Gluten), Celery.
- May Contain: Traces of Milk and Mustard (due to shared cooking environments).
- Kitchen Note: McDonald’s kitchens handle various allergens, so they cannot guarantee any product is 100% allergen-free.
FAQs
1. Are McDonald’s UK nuggets made from “pink slime”?
No, they are made from 100% chicken breast meat with no mechanically separated meat.
2. Is the 6-piece portion suitable for a Halal diet?
No, the chicken is not Halal-certified in the UK.
3. What are the four official shapes of the nuggets?
The shapes are Boot, Ball, Bow-tie (or Bone), and Bell.
4. Are the nuggets gluten-free?
No, the coating contains wheat and is not gluten-free.
5. Can I get these in a Happy Meal?
Yes, typically as a 4-piece portion; the 6-piece is a separate item or part of a meal.