Original Chicken Tenders, 1 Piece 23

Original Chicken Tenders, 1 Piece

1 order (57g) · 130 cal · 10g protein · Poor · 23/100
Contains seed oils

How we scored it

The product is heavily processed with multiple additives and contains harmful ingredients such as soybean oil and canola oil, which are industrial seed oils. The presence of sodium tripolyphosphate and other artificial additives further reduces its health score.

This dish is scored from the chain's published statements for each of its components.

Nutrition facts

Per 1 order (57g)Amount% DV
Calories 130
Total fat 6g 8%
Saturated fat 0.5g 3%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 390mg 17%
Total carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugars 0g
Protein 10g 20%

Culver's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.

Key ingredients

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Soybean Oil
Very Bad

Soybean oil is a highly processed oil that can contain trans fats and omega-6 fatty acids in excess.

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Canola Oil
Very Bad

Canola oil is highly processed and often genetically modified, with concerns about trans fats and omega-6 fatty acids.

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Sodium Tripolyphosphate
Bad

Sodium tripolyphosphate is used as a preservative and moisture retainer but can be considered less desirable due to its processing.

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Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate
Bad

Sodium acid pyrophosphate is used as a leavening agent but is a processed additive with potential concerns.

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Autolyzed Yeast Extract
Bad

Autolyzed yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but contains processed glutamates which some consumers prefer to avoid.

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Disodium Inosinate and Disodium Guanylate
Bad

These flavor enhancers are processed additives that can be a concern for some consumers sensitive to MSG-like ingredients.

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Dextrose
Bad

Dextrose is a simple sugar added for flavor or browning but contributes to added sugar intake.

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Chicken Tenderloin
Good

Chicken tenderloin is a high-quality source of lean protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.

Scout's score is an independent read of Culver's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Culver's menu.