How many calories are in Wingstop wings?

Classic wings range from 90-120 calories per wing depending on the flavor. Plain wings are 90 calories, while sauced wings like Garlic Parmesan are 120 calories per wing.

Does Wingstop have keto-friendly options?

Yes! Plain, Lemon Pepper, Cajun, Louisiana Rub, and Original Hot wings have under 1g net carbs per wing. Avoid sweet sauces like Hawaiian and BBQ.

What are the healthiest options at Wingstop?

Plain Classic Wings (90 cal), Veggie Sticks (10-25 cal), and unsweetened beverages are the lowest calorie options.

Are Wingstop wings gluten-free?

No, all Wingstop wings, tenders, and sandwiches contain wheat in the breading. Veggie sticks and some beverages are gluten-free options.

What sauces are lowest in calories?

Dry rubs (Cajun, Lemon Pepper, Louisiana Rub) and Plain wings are lowest in calories at 90-110 calories per wing. Creamy sauces like Garlic Parmesan add more calories.

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🔥 Atomic Tender

Wet Sauce🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Heat

🛑 Keto Killer (Breaded)

6 tenders · 73.81g each

900

calories

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Extreme Sodium Alert

This meal contains 5100mg of sodium, exceeding the WHO daily limit.

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60g

Protein

🍞

72g

Carbs

🧈

42g

Fat

🧂

5100mg

Sodium

Macro Breakdown

Protein60g · 26%

Carbs72g · 32%

Fat42g · 42%

Daily Value %

Calories45% DV

Total Fat54% DV

Sat. Fat30% DV

Cholesterol60% DV

Sodium222% DV

Carbs26% DV

Protein120% DV

FDA Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

6 Atomic Tenders

Amount Per Serving

Calories900

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 42g54%

Saturated Fat 6g30%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 180mg60%

Sodium 5100mg222%

Total Carbohydrate 72g26%

Dietary Fiber 0g0%

Total Sugars 0g

Includes 0g Added Sugars0%

Protein 60g120%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

⚠️ Allergen Information

Contains: WheatContains: EggContains: MilkContains: Soy

*Cross-contamination may occur in shared fryers and preparation areas.

🎯 Diet Compatibility

How Atomic Tender fits common diets

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High Protein

10g protein per tender.

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Extreme Sodium

850mg sodium per piece. Three tenders = 2,550mg!

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Moderate Carbs

12g carbs per tender.

🧠 Dietitian Insights

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Tenders are heavily breaded, massive pieces of white meat. Just ONE Atomic tender has an astonishing 850mg of sodium.

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A typical 4-piece combo packs roughly 3,400mg sodium, which is far beyond the 2,300mg daily recommendation.

⚖️ Compare Flavors

Side-by-side nutrition for 6 tenders

Comparing Atomic vs:

Nutrient (6 tenders)	🔥 Atomic	🌶️ Cajun	Verdict
Calories	900	900	Identical
Total Carbs	72g	66g	Cajun is lower by 6g
Sodium	5100mg	6120mg	Atomic is lower by 1020mg
Protein	60g	60g	Identical
Total Fat	42g	42g	Identical

🏃 Calories Burned Equivalent

How long to burn off 900 cal from 6 Atomic Tenders

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234 min

Walking

🏃

108 min

Running

🚴

144 min

Cycling

🏊

126 min

Swimming

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🔥 Atomic Tender

Wet Sauce🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Heat

🛑 Keto Killer (Breaded)

6 tenders · 73.81g each

900

calories

🚨

Extreme Sodium Alert

This meal contains 5100mg of sodium, exceeding the WHO daily limit.

💪

60g

Protein

🍞

72g

Carbs

🧈

42g

Fat

🧂

5100mg

Sodium

Macro Breakdown

Protein60g · 26%

Carbs72g · 32%

Fat42g · 42%

Daily Value %

Calories45% DV

Total Fat54% DV

Sat. Fat30% DV

Cholesterol60% DV

Sodium222% DV

Carbs26% DV

Protein120% DV

FDA Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

6 Atomic Tenders

Amount Per Serving

Calories900

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 42g54%

Saturated Fat 6g30%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 180mg60%

Sodium 5100mg222%

Total Carbohydrate 72g26%

Dietary Fiber 0g0%

Total Sugars 0g

Includes 0g Added Sugars0%

Protein 60g120%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

A Serious Warning About Sodium in Wingstop Tenders

Wingstop Chicken Tenders are some of the highest-sodium items on the entire menu. A single Cajun Tender contains 1,020mg of sodium — that is nearly half of your daily recommended limit in just one piece of chicken. Even "lower" sodium options like Garlic Parmesan still pack 550mg per tender. If you are ordering a 5-piece or 7-piece meal, you could involve eating over 5,000mg of sodium, which is double the daily allowance for a healthy adult.

How Many Calories are in Wingstop Tenders?

Tenders are significantly more caloric than wings due to their size and heavy breading. Most tenders range from 150 to 220 calories each. Hot Honey Rub is the most caloric at 220 calories and 14g of fat per piece. Because they use solid white meat chicken breast, every tender provides a consistent 10g of protein, making them highly satiating but very dense in macros.

Are Chicken Tenders Keto-Friendly?

No. Unlike Classic Wings which can be zero-carb, Wingstop Chicken Tenders are heavily battered and breaded. Each tender contains between 11g and 17g of carbohydrates. A standard 4-piece meal has at least 44g of carbs before adding any dipping sauces or sides. For those on a ketogenic diet, these tenders are not a viable option.

Comparing Tenders vs. Boneless Wings

While both are breaded chicken breast, Tenders are nearly double the size of Boneless Wings. A Tender has 10g of protein and 150-220 calories, whereas a Boneless Wing has 4g of protein and 80-110 calories. If you want more meat and less breading per ounce, Tenders are slightly better, but the extreme sodium in Tenders makes them more of a "once-in-a-while" treat compared to the more moderate wings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in a Wingstop Chicken Tender?▼

Wingstop Chicken Tenders range from 150 calories (Atomic) to 220 calories (Hot Honey Rub) per tender. They are significantly larger and more breaded than boneless wings.

Are Wingstop Chicken Tenders high in sodium?▼

Yes, incredibly high. A single Cajun Tender contains 1,020mg of sodium, roughly half of your daily recommended limit. Even the lowest sodium tender (Garlic Parmesan) has 550mg per piece.

Do Wingstop Chicken Tenders have carbohydrates?▼

Yes. Because they are heavily breaded, every single Chicken Tender contains between 11g and 17g of carbohydrates. They are not suitable for keto diets.

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