Carbs in Chicken Tender

How many carbs are in chicken tender?

Chicken Tender has 16g net carbs per 100g — 17.2g total carbs minus 1.2g fiber — plus 19.2g protein, 14g fat, and 271 calories. At this carb count, chicken tender is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Chicken Tender
16g
Net carbs
17.2g
Total carbs
1.2g
Fiber
19.2g
Protein
14g
Fat
271
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is chicken tender keto-friendly?

Limit it

Chicken Tender is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 16g net carbs per 100g (17.2g total carbs − 1.2g fiber). 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.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
100 g (3.5 oz)16g17.2g271
1 oz (28 g)4.5g4.8g76

How many calories are in chicken tender?

Chicken Tender has 271 calories per 100g. That's alongside 19.2g protein, 14g fat, and 16g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories271
Total carbs17.2g
Net carbs16g
Fiber1.2g
Sugar0.4g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein19.2g
Fat14g
Sodium769mg
Potassium373mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in chicken tender?
Chicken Tender has 17.2g of total carbs and 16g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in chicken tender?
Chicken Tender has 16g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 17.2g minus 1.2g fiber).
Is chicken tender keto-friendly?
Chicken Tender is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 16g net carbs per 100g (17.2g total carbs − 1.2g fiber). 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 chicken tender?
Chicken Tender has 271 calories per 100 grams.

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