10 PC. Spicy Chicken Nuggets
$5.99 | 470 Cal
Wendy’s Spicy Chicken Nuggets are made with 100% all-white meat chicken breast. They are marinated and breaded in a unique, fiery blend of peppers and spices, then fried until golden and crispy. These “poppable legends” are known for having a consistent kick of heat that sets them apart from the classic nuggets.
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💰 Price
- Estimated Price: $4.79 – $5.99
- Note: Prices vary significantly by location and whether you purchase them as part of a “Biggie Bag” or combo.
🔥 Calories
A standard 10-piece serving contains approximately 470 calories.
📋 Ingredients
The spicy nuggets are primarily composed of:
- Chicken: Chicken breast with rib meat, water, sodium phosphates, salt.
- Breading/Batter: Wheat flour, water, bleached wheat flour, salt, modified corn starch, spices (including peppers), leavening (sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate, monocalcium phosphate), dextrose, yellow corn flour, garlic powder, citric acid, yeast, and spice extractives.
- Oil: Cooked in vegetable oil (soybean, canola, corn, and/or cottonseed oil).
📊 Nutrition Table
| Nutrient | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
| Total Fat | 31g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 1190mg | 52% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 22g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
⚠️ Allergens
The following allergens are present in this menu item:
- Wheat (in the breading)
- Soy (in the cooking oil and potentially the breading)
- Milk & Egg (While not primary ingredients, Wendy’s notes they are often present in the facility/shared fryers).
FAQs
1. Are Wendy’s Spicy Nuggets made with real chicken?
Yes. They are made with 100% white-meat chicken and no fillers.
2. Are Spicy Nuggets hotter than the Spicy Chicken Sandwich?
They use similar spices, but some people feel the nuggets taste spicier because of the crispy breading.
3. What is the best sauce for Spicy Nuggets?
Popular choices are Ghost Pepper Ranch for extra heat or Honey Mustard for a sweet balance.
4. What sizes are available?
You can order Spicy Nuggets in 4-piece, 6-piece, 10-piece, or a 50-piece Nuggs Party Pack at some locations.
5. Are Spicy Nuggets gluten-free?
No. They are breaded with wheat, so they are not gluten-free.
