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Ingredients in 9 Piece Garlic & Black Pepper McNuggets

The 9-piece McNuggets use the same high-quality ingredients as the 6-piece variant, with a perfect balance of crunch, flavour, and juiciness. The crispy coating, enriched with garlic, black pepper, and other spices, complements the tender chicken inside.

Ingredient	Purpose / Description
Chicken breast meat (48%)	Tender, juicy white meat forming the base of each nugget.
Water	Maintains moisture and keeps the meat soft.
Vegetable oils (Sunflower, Rapeseed)	Used for frying to achieve the golden, crispy texture.
Maize flour	Adds structure and helps create a crunchy coating.
WHEAT flour & WHEAT semolina	Enhance crispiness and coating texture.
Rusk (contains WHEAT)	Contributes extra crunch in the coating.
Spices (contains CELERY)	Provide garlic and black pepper flavour.
Garlic & Onion powder	Enhance savoury taste and aroma.
Lemon juice powder	Adds subtle tang to balance the spice.
Salt & Sugar	Season and balance flavours.
Raising agents (Sodium carbonates)	Ensure coating is light and crispy.
Natural flavourings & Yeast extracts	Boost umami richness.
Maltodextrin	Stabilises flavour and improves texture.
May contain traces of Milk	Possible due to shared kitchen equipment.

Nutritional Information

The 9-piece Garlic & Black Pepper McNuggets offer a more substantial snack option with 383 calories per portion, providing enough energy for a satisfying bite. Each serving contains 24g of protein, making it a great choice for keeping you full and energised. The nuggets have 19g of fat, including only 2.1g of saturated fat, keeping the richness moderate. Carbohydrates come in at 29g, with 2.6g of sugars and 2.1g of fibre, contributing to a balanced energy mix. The salt content is 2.3g, which is around 38% of the adult daily recommended intake, so it adds flavour but should be enjoyed in moderation.

Nutrient	Per Portion	% RI (Adult)
Energy (kJ)	1607	19%
Energy (kcal)	383	19%
Fat (g)	19	27%
of which saturated (g)	2.1	11%
Carbohydrates (g)	29	11%
of which sugars (g)	2.6	3%
Fibre (g)	2.1	–
Protein (g)	24	48%
Salt (g)	2.3	38%

Reference Intake (RI) of an average adult (8400kJ – 2000kcal).

Garlic & Black Pepper McNuggets 9 Pieces Allergen

The 9-piece Garlic & Black Pepper McNuggets contain certain allergens, mainly from the coating and seasoning. Key allergens include WHEAT (Gluten), CELERY, and traces of Milk. While McDonald’s takes care to prevent cross-contact, these nuggets are prepared in kitchens where multiple allergens are present, so a complete allergen-free status cannot be guaranteed. The table below outlines the main allergens and their presence to help customers make informed choices.

Allergen	Presence	Details / Notes
WHEAT (Gluten)	Present	Found in flour, semolina, and rusk used in coating.
CELERY	Present	Part of the spice mix.
Milk	May contain traces	Possible cross-contact from shared kitchen equipment.
Nuts / Peanuts	Not used	No nut ingredients, but cross-contact possible.

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