Calorie comparison
Black Beans vs Chicken Nuggets
Per 100 grams, black beans is the lighter choice by 127 calories, while chicken nuggets delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Black Beans | Chicken Nuggets |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 | 259 |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 14 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 16 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🫘 Black Beans
1 cup cooked (172 g)
227 cal
15.3 g protein · 41.3 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
🍗 Chicken Nuggets
6 pieces (96 g)
249 cal
13.4 g protein · 15.4 g carbs · 15.4 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, black beans or chicken nuggets?
Per 100 g, black beans has 132 calories and chicken nuggets has 259. Black Beans is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black beans or chicken nuggets?
Black Beans has 8.9 g of protein per 100 g; chicken nuggets has 14 g. Chicken Nuggets wins on protein.
Is black beans or chicken nuggets better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward black beans — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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