KFC’s nuggets menu offers bite-sized, hand-breaded chicken pieces that can be ordered solo or as part of meal combos. Options often come with dipping sauces, sides, and drinks to round out your order.
Below is a sample of what you might see on the a la carte and combo nugget menu. Prices and calories vary by location.
Nuggets & Combos
| Item |
Price |
Calories |
Description |
| 5-Piece Nuggets (with sauce) |
~$3.89 |
— |
Small portion of nuggets with one dipping sauce |
| 8-Piece Nuggets (with sauce) |
~$4.95 |
— |
Medium serving of nuggets and sauce |
| 10-Piece Nuggets (with sauce) |
~$6.59 |
330 – 590 |
Larger portion, good for sharing or hearty appetite |
| 12-Piece Nuggets (with sauce) |
~$7.19 |
— |
Even bigger nugget set with sauce |
| 36-Piece Nuggets (with multiple sauces) |
~$21.49 |
— |
Party-size nugget pack with multiple dipping sauces |
| 50-Piece Nuggets (with sauce) |
~$38.49 |
— |
Very large nugget bundle with sauce |
| 8-Piece Nugget Combo |
~$9.19 |
— |
Nuggets, dipping sauce, a side, and a drink |
| 12-Piece Nugget Combo |
~$11.30 |
— |
Bigger nugget combo with side and drink |
Price & Nutrition Snapshot
| Category |
Price Range |
Notes on Calories |
| A la Carte Nuggets |
~$3.89 – ~$38.49 |
Depends on count and sauces |
| Combo Meals |
~$9.19 – ~$11.30 |
Includes drink + side |
| Calorie Range (not all shown) |
~330 to ~590 for 10-pc |
Larger packs will scale up proportionally |
Customization Tips & Pairing Ideas
| Option |
Tip |
| Dipping Sauce |
You can usually choose or substitute sauces (e.g. BBQ, ranch, honey mustard) |
| Portion Size |
If feeding more people, go for large packs like 36 or 50 pieces and share |
| Side Swap |
Pick lighter sides (coleslaw, corn) instead of fries to lower total calories |
| Drink Choice |
In combos, you often get to select your beverage to balance your meal |
FAQs
| Question |
Answer |
| Can you order nuggets without sauce? |
Yes — many locations allow nuggets “dry” (without sauce) on request. |
| Which nugget combo is best for sharing? |
The 36- or 50-piece combo is ideal for group orders. |
| Do combos always include a side and drink? |
Generally yes — combos are designed to be full meals. |
| Are there nugget flavors besides plain? |
KFC has introduced Saucy Nuggets in various flavors like Korean BBQ, Honey Garlic, etc. |
| When did KFC add nuggets? |
KFC launched hand-breaded white meat nuggets nationwide in 2023 in multiple sizes. |
