Chicken, nuggets, dark and white meat, precooked, frozen, not reheated & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 7.8 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 7.8/100g · GI 54 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Response at a Glance
Nutrition Overview
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Sodium
Chicken, nuggets, dark and white meat, precooked, frozen, not reheated provides 470mg of sodium per serving — significant relative to the ADA's daily recommendation of <2,300mg. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk in diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices throughout the rest of the day.
ADA recommends <2,300mg sodium per day for most adults with diabetes. Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1), 2024.
Lower-GL Alternatives
🍽️ Chili, no beans, canned entree
GL 3/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Chili, no beans, canned entree & diabetes →🍽️ Salisbury steak with gravy, frozen
GL 3.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 1.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Salisbury steak with gravy, frozen & diabetes →🍽️ HUNGRY MAN, Salisbury Steak With Gravy, frozen, unprepared
GL 3.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 1.3g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
HUNGRY MAN, Salisbury Steak With Gravy, frozen, unprepared & diabetes →🍽️ BANQUET, Salisbury Steak With Gravy, family size, frozen, unprepared
GL 3.2/100g — Low GL
Fiber 1.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
BANQUET, Salisbury Steak With Gravy, family size, frozen, unprepared & diabetes →Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 44g | 7.1g | 3.4 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 87g | 14.0g | 6.8 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 174g | 28.0g | 13.6 | Moderate |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Related Meals, Entrees, and Side Dishes Options
🟢 Low GL · GL 5.3/100g
🟡 Eat in Moderation · GL 11.8/100g
🔴 Limit · GL 24.2/100g
Questions People Ask
How does Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated rate for blood sugar control?
Yes — Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated has a glycemic load of just 7.8 (GL ≤10), meaning it has minimal impact on blood sugar in standard servings. Individual responses vary — monitor your own glucose when trying new foods.
What GL value does Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated carry?
Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated's glycemic load: 7.8 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
Does Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated spike blood sugar?
With 1.6g of fiber per 100g, Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated's GL of 7.8 means the blood sugar impact is low. The carbohydrates digest and absorb at a moderate pace. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 54 for Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Meals, Entrees, and Side Dishes category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Is the sodium level a concern?
Chicken nuggets dark and white meat precooked not reheated contains 470mg of sodium per serving — well above the ADA's recommendation of <2,300mg daily. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk — the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices during the rest of the day. Fresh herbs, spices, and citrus can replace salt as flavoring.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 54 — subcategory_avg:Meals, Entrees, and Side Dishes. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 87.0g) = 7.8 × 87.0 ÷ 100 = 6.8
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 172111. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Chicken, nuggets, dark and white meat, precooked, frozen, not reheated — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/chicken-nuggets-dark-and-white-meat-precooked-frozen-not-reheated/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.