Jack in the Box Chicken Nuggets: nutrition and allergens
Jack in the Box lists the Chicken Nuggets in 2 sizes, from 190 calories (4 pc., 61 g) to 380 calories (8 pc., 122 g). The 4 pc. has 13 g fat, 10 g carbohydrate, 8 g protein and 480 mg sodium per serving (61 g).
Nutrition facts
| Per serving | 4 pc. | 8 pc. |
|---|---|---|
| Serving size | 61 g | 122 g |
| Calories | 190 | 380 |
| Calories from fat | 120 | 240 |
| Total fat (g) | 13 17% | 27 35% |
| Saturated fat (g) | 2 10% | 3.5 18% |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Cholesterol (mg) | 20 7% | 40 13% |
| Sodium (mg) | 480 21% | 970 42% |
| Potassium (mg) | 135 3% | 270 6% |
| Total carbohydrate (g) | 10 4% | 20 7% |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 1 4% | 2 7% |
| Total sugars (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Protein (g) | 8 16% | 15 30% |
Percentages are the share of the FDA Daily Value for adults and children 4 and over, worked out from Jack in the Box’s published amounts (how % Daily Value works). A dash means Jack in the Box does not publish that value for this size. Not published for this item: added sugars.
Using the FDA’s rule of thumb that 5% of the Daily Value or less per serving is low and 20% or more is high, the 4 pc. size is high in sodium (21%) and is low in carbohydrate, dietary fiber and potassium. Add it up with other items in the Jack in the Box nutrition calculator.
Allergens
According to Jack in the Box, the Chicken Nuggets contains milk, wheat and soy.
| Milk | Contains |
|---|---|
| Egg | Not listed |
| Fish | Not listed |
| Crustacean shellfish | Not listed |
| Tree nuts | Not listed |
| Peanuts | Not listed |
| Wheat | Contains |
| Soy | Contains |
| Sesame | Not listed |
Jack in the Box kitchens handle soy, egg, fish, milk, wheat and sesame, and shared equipment means an item can pick up one of these even when its ingredients do not list it. Grilled vegetables, eggs and some bakery items are cooked with a butter-flavored vegetable oil that adds soy. The allergen guide does not cover dressings, crunchy toppings, dipping sauces or sauce packets within other items; those are listed on their own. Guests with food allergies are advised to consult their physician and to recheck the information often, since menus and ingredients change.
Other items in Chicken & More at Jack in the Box
By calories (4 pc.), the Chicken Nuggets ranks 1 of 12 in Jack in the Box’s Chicken & More section, from lowest to highest.
| Item | Calories |
|---|---|
| Chicken Nuggets4 pc. | 190 |
| Crispy Chicken Strips2 pc. | 310 |
| Fish Sandwich | 450 |
| Sourdough Grilled Chicken Club | 500 |
| Chicken Sandwich | 560 |
| Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Bowl (Brown Rice) | 580 |
| Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Bowl | 590 |
| Chicken Sandwich with Bacon | 610 |
| Jack's Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 690 |
| The Cluck Chicken Sandwich | 710 |
| Jack's Spicy Chicken Sandwich with Cheese | 720 |
| Homestyle Ranch Chicken Club | 790 |
Nutrition for all 12 items in Chicken & More at Jack in the Box
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Chicken nuggets at other chains
Jack in the Box is one of 8 chains on this site that sell chicken nuggets. Of the 20 at other chains, 7 have fewer calories and 13 have the same or more than the Chicken Nuggets (4 pc.), comparing each at its first listed size; portions differ, so check the serving on each item’s page.
| Item | Calories |
|---|---|
| KFC Kentucky Fried Nuggets | 35 |
| Chick-fil-A 5 Ct Grilled Nuggets Kid's Meal | 80 |
| Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets8 ct | 130 |
| Chick-fil-A 5 Ct Nuggets Kid's Meal | 160 |
| McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets4 piece | 170 |
| Wendy's 4 PC. Chicken Nuggets | 170 |
| Wendy's Kids' 4PC Nuggets | 170 |
| Wendy's 4 PC. Spicy Chicken Nuggets | 190 |
Compare all chicken nuggets side by side (21 items at 8 chains)
Sources
- 1 Jack in the Box, 2026 Nutrition Facts (Jack in the Box nutrition guide) Covers nutrition, allergens and menu · Printed as "effective as of November 2026" · Checked 8 Oct 2026
- 2 Jack in the Box, Allergens Reference Guide Covers allergens · Checked 8 Oct 2026
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