Chicken Tenders (3 pc) 22

Chicken Tenders (3 pc)

3 pieces (166g) · 420 cal · 33g protein · Poor · 22/100
Contains seed oils

How we scored it

The product is heavily processed with multiple additives and is cooked in seed oils, which are considered unhealthy. The presence of monosodium glutamate and other artificial ingredients further reduces its health score.

Nutrition facts

Per 3 pieces (166g)Amount% DV
Calories 420
Total fat 22g 28%
Saturated fat 3.5g 18%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 80mg 27%
Sodium 1050mg 46%
Total carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 0g
Protein 33g 66%

Wendy'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

Soybeans are highly processed and often genetically modified, which some consumers prefer to avoid.

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Canola Oil
Very Bad

Canola oil is highly processed and often genetically modified, raising health and environmental concerns.

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Corn Oil
Very Bad

Corn, especially in processed forms, is often genetically modified and highly refined, which some consumers avoid.

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Cottonseed Oil
Very Bad

Cottonseed oil is highly processed and often contains residues from pesticides, raising health concerns.

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Hydrogenated Soybean Oil
Very Bad

Hydrogenated soybean oil contains trans fats, which are linked to negative health effects.

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Corn Maltodextrin
Bad

Corn maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can cause rapid blood sugar spikes and offers little nutritional benefit.

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Monosodium Glutamate
Bad

Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that some consumers prefer to avoid due to potential sensitivities.

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Modified Food Starch
Bad

Modified food starch is a processed additive that offers little nutritional benefit and may impact blood sugar levels.

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Scout's score is an independent read of Wendy'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 Wendy's menu.