Original Chicken Tenders, 4 Piece
How we scored it
The product contains multiple harmful ingredients such as sodium tripolyphosphate, autolyzed yeast extract, and seed oils like soybean and canola oil, which significantly lower its health score. Additionally, the high level of processing and presence of additives further impact its rating negatively.
This dish is scored from the chain's published statements for each of its components.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 order (228g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 520 | |
| Total fat | 23g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 2.5g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1560mg | 68% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41g | 15% |
| Dietary fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugars | 0.5g | |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
Culver's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is a common vegetable oil but is often highly processed and may contain undesirable compounds.
See more about Soybean Oil →Canola OilVery Bad
Canola oil is highly processed and often genetically modified, which raises health and environmental concerns.
See more about Canola Oil →Sodium TripolyphosphateBad
Sodium tripolyphosphate is used as a preservative and moisture retainer but can be considered less healthy due to its processed nature.
See more about Sodium Tripolyphosphate →Sodium Acid PyrophosphateBad
Sodium acid pyrophosphate is used as a leavening agent but is considered less healthy due to its processed nature.
See more about Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate →Autolyzed Yeast ExtractBad
Autolyzed yeast extract is used for flavor but can contain additives that some consumers prefer to avoid.
See more about Autolyzed Yeast Extract →Disodium Inosinate and Disodium GuanylateBad
These flavor enhancers are used to boost taste but are considered less healthy due to their processed nature.
See more about Disodium Inosinate and Disodium Guanylate →DextroseBad
Dextrose is a form of sugar added for flavor or preservation, which can contribute to excess sugar intake.
See more about Dextrose →Chicken TenderloinGood
Chicken tenderloin is a high-quality source of lean protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.
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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.