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| Category | Chicken & More |
|---|---|
| What it is | Tenders |
| Description | Three hand-breaded all-white chicken tenders. Pick a dipping sauce. |
| Other sizes | 5 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, 10 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, 15 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, 20 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders |
| Typical price | Varies |
| Calories (menu) | 260 |
| Calories (guide) | 260 |
| Protein | 25g |
| Fat | 13g (3g saturated) |
| Carbohydrates | 13g |
| Sodium | 770mg |
| Allergens | E, M, W |
| Data source | Official Carl's Jr. menu (October 2026) and nutrition guide (June 24, 2025) |
What Is the Carl's Jr. 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders?
Three hand-breaded chicken tenders made from all-white meat.
At 260 calories with 25g of protein, it is one of the lightest ways to get real protein at Carl’s Jr.
3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders Sizes and Calories
This item comes in more than one size or version. Here is how they compare.
| Item | Calories | Protein | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 260 | 25g | Varies |
| 5 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 440 | 41g | Varies |
| 10 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 880 | — | Varies |
| 15 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 1320 | — | Varies |
| 20 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 1760 | — | Varies |
Carl's Jr. has no national price list, so prices are typical figures from US locations.
3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders Nutrition Facts
| Size | Cal | Fat | Sat fat | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 pieces | 260 | 13 | 3 | 770 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 25 |
Fat, carbs, fiber, sugar and protein in grams. Sodium in milligrams. A dash means the guide does not list that figure.
Reading these numbers
It has 770mg of sodium. That is about 33% of the 2,300mg daily limit most adults are advised to stay under.
It gives you 9.6g of protein per 100 calories. The average item in Chicken & More has 533 calories and 29g of protein, so this one is lighter than average for its section.
On Its Own or as a Combo?
| Order | Calories | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 260 | Varies |
| 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders Combo | 570–1390 | Varies |
The combo adds Natural-Cut Fries and a drink. If you would buy both anyway, it can work out cheaper. If you only want the 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, skip it.
3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders Allergens
The official Carl's Jr. guide dated June 24, 2025 lists these allergens for this item:
- Egg
- Milk
- Wheat
See the full Carl's Jr. allergen guide →
How to Order the 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
- Want fries and a drink? The combo can be cheaper than buying them separately.
- Confirm the price locally. Each restaurant sets its own prices.
- Tell the crew about allergies before you order. The kitchen is shared.
How the 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders Compares
Other items in Chicken & More with full nutrition data, lightest first. A dash means not published.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 260 | 25g | 13g | 770mg |
| 6 Piece - Chicken Stars | 270 | 14g | 19g | 480mg |
| 5 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 440 | 41g | 21g | 1,290mg |
| Charbroiled BBQ Chicken Sandwich | 440 | 35g | 48g | 1,310mg |
| Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 490 | 14g | 43g | 1,320mg |
| Fried Zucchini Star | 600 | 13g | 69g | 1,490mg |
| Hand-Breaded Chicken Sandwich | 660 | 31g | 50g | 2,610mg |
| Charbroiled Chicken Club Sandwich | 690 | 43g | 45g | 1,620mg |
| Charbroiled Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich | 690 | 38g | 45g | 1,810mg |
| Hand-Breaded Bacon Swiss Chicken Sandwich | 790 | 40g | 53g | 2,830mg |
Want the whole menu side by side? Open the full nutrition table or add up an order with the meal builder.
What to Order With It
Common add-ons, with their official calories:
- Natural-Cut French Fries: 280–450 calories, $4.99
- Onion Rings: 560 calories, $5.65
- Fried Zucchini: 310 calories, $4.99
- Waffle Fries: 380 calories, $4.99
- 6 piece - Jalapeño POPPERS Bites: 370 calories, $5.55
- Chocolatey Chip Cookies: 170 calories, $1.75
More From Chicken & More
10 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
Ten hand-breaded chicken tenders for two or three people.
15 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
Fifteen hand-breaded chicken tenders for a small group.
20 Piece - Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
Twenty hand-breaded chicken tenders, the biggest chicken order on the menu.
6 Piece - Chicken Stars
Six star-shaped breaded chicken bites with a dipping sauce.
9 Piece - Chicken Stars
Nine Chicken Stars for a bigger snack or a light meal.
Charbroiled Chicken Club™ Sandwich
Charbroiled chicken breast, two strips of bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted sourdough.
Frequently Asked Questions
The official online menu lists 260 calories.
Prices vary by location, and we do not have a figure we trust for this item yet. Check the Carl’s Jr. app for your store.
Three hand-breaded all-white chicken tenders. Pick a dipping sauce.
25g of protein, along with 13g of fat and 13g of carbs.
770mg, which is about 33% of the 2,300mg daily limit in the US Dietary Guidelines.
The official guide lists egg, milk, wheat. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contact is possible. See the allergen guide.