Carl's Jr., 20 Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 206 |
|---|---|
| Total fat | 10.0 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.0 g |
| Trans fat | — |
| Cholesterol | — |
| Sodium | 606 mg |
| Total carbohydrates | 10.0 g |
| Dietary fiber | 1.0 g |
| Total sugars | 0.0 g |
| Protein | 19.0 g |
| Calcium | — |
| Iron | — |
| Potassium | — |
About this item
A single 213g portion of Carl's Jr.'s Carl's Jr., 20 Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders delivers approximately 206 calories, placing it in the light meal range for items typically found on the Carl's Jr. menu. Nutrition information on this page is sourced from the USDA Branded Foods dataset, which catalogs label data submitted by manufacturers for the US market. Use it as a starting point for tracking macros, comparing menu options, or building meals around your daily calorie target — and confirm at the restaurant if your portion or preparation differs.
Per serving, Carl's Jr., 20 Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders contains 10.0 g of total fat (44% of calories), 2.0 g of saturated fat, 10.0 g of total carbohydrates, 0.0 g of sugars, 1.0 g of dietary fiber, and 19.0 g of protein (37% of calories). That macronutrient mix is relatively protein-forward compared to a typical fast-food entrée. For a 2,000 calorie reference diet, this single item supplies roughly 10% of the daily energy budget — worth noting if you plan to combine it with sides, drinks, or a dessert from the rest of the Carl's Jr. menu.
On the micronutrient side, the same serving carries 606 mg of sodium (26% of the FDA 2,300 mg daily limit). Sodium is the number most diners under-estimate at quick-service restaurants — many entrées clear a third of the daily cap before any side or sauce is added. If you are watching blood pressure or following a DASH-style eating pattern, balance Carl's Jr., 20 Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders with low-sodium choices for the rest of the day, drink water, and consider skipping salted sides.
No major allergens were detected from the ingredient string supplied by the manufacturer for this product. That does not guarantee an allergen-free preparation: shared fryers, prep surfaces, and gloves at quick-service restaurants can still introduce wheat, milk, egg, soy, peanut, tree nut, fish, shellfish, or sesame proteins through cross-contact. Always confirm with the location if you have a serious food allergy.
An ingredient statement was not included with this dataset entry. For an authoritative list, refer to the official Carl's Jr. nutrition and allergen page or the in-store packaging.
Carl's Jr., 20 Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders sits within the broader Carl's Jr. menu alongside other items in the entrees category. If you are tracking calories on a cutting phase, consider pairing it with a zero-calorie beverage and a side that prioritizes protein or fiber over refined carbs. If you are bulking or fueling a hard training day, the 206 calories and 19g protein per serving can be combined with a second item to round the meal out. Either way, the numbers above are per serving as listed — doubling up on portions, sauces, or extras will scale the calories and macros proportionally.