Calorie comparison
Chicken Nuggets vs Lentils
Per 100 grams, lentils is the lighter choice by 143 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 | Chicken Nuggets | Lentils |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 259 | 116 |
| Protein | 14 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 16 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 16 g | 0.4 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
🍗 Chicken Nuggets
6 pieces (96 g)
249 cal
13.4 g protein · 15.4 g carbs · 15.4 g fat
🫘 Lentils
1 cup cooked (198 g)
230 cal
17.8 g protein · 39.6 g carbs · 0.8 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, chicken nuggets or lentils?
Per 100 g, chicken nuggets has 259 calories and lentils has 116. Lentils is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chicken nuggets or lentils?
Chicken Nuggets has 14 g of protein per 100 g; lentils has 9 g. Chicken Nuggets wins on protein.
Is chicken nuggets or lentils 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 lentils — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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