Boone’s analysis puts Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce at 24% of an adult’s daily calories, 73% of the daily salt limit for a child aged 4 to 6 and 0.5 teaspoons of free sugar.
How many calories are in Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce? It contains 472 kcal, 30g of fat (3.3g saturated), 2.1g of sugar and 2.2g of salt.
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Nutrition information
Nutrition information: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| Energy | 472 kcal |
| Fat | 30g |
| of which saturates | 3.3g |
| Carbohydrate | 24g |
| of which sugars | 2.1g |
| Fibre | 0.7g |
| Salt | 2.2g |
| Protein | 26g |
Nutrition figures are Taco Bell UK published data from its nutrition information page (last updated 30 September 2026), per item as served and before any optional extras. Boone converts the figures to the portion and age comparisons on this page.
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains 472 kcal, which is 24% of the 2,000 kcal adult daily reference intake. It provides 30g of total fat, of which 3.3g is saturated, 2.1g of sugar, 2.2g of salt, 26g of protein and 0.7g of fibre.
The saturated fat content of 3.3g represents 16% of the adult daily guideline of 20g.
Taco Bell publishes figures both per portion and per 100g, which puts the portion at about 160g and 295 kcal per 100g.
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce carries a large share of a child’s daily salt
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains 2.2g of salt, which is 73% of the daily limit for a child aged 4 to 6.
Adult daily reference intakes (Reference Intake, RI)
Calories2,000 kcal
Total fat70g
Saturated fat20g
Carbohydrate260g
Sugars90g
Fibre30g
Salt6g
Protein50g
Sugar in Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains 2.1g of free sugar per standard serving (0.5 teaspoons). Low sugar
The NHS free sugar limit is 30g per day for adults, 24g for children aged 7 to 10, and 19g for children aged 4 to 6. Free sugar excludes the sugars naturally present in milk and whole fruit. The table below shows how this compares across all age groups.
Free sugar by portion: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| Portion | Adult (female)
30g | Adult (male)
30g | Age 11 to 17
30g | Age 7 to 10
24g | Age 4 to 6
19g |
|---|
| Per portion | 2.1g
7% | 2.1g
7% | 2.1g
7% | 2.1g
9% | 2.1g
11% |
| Teaspoons | 0.5 tsp |
Boone calculates these percentages from Taco Bell UK published nutrition data against UK Dietary Reference Values and NHS free sugar and salt limits. Free sugar, salt, calories and saturated fat are limits to stay under; fibre is a target to reach, so a high percentage there is a good thing. For guidance only.
Salt in Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains 2.2g of salt per standard serving. Moderate salt
Children have lower salt limits: 3g per day for ages 4 to 6, 5g for ages 7 to 10. The table below shows how this serving compares to daily limits for adults and children.
Salt by portion: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| Portion | Adult (female)
6g | Adult (male)
6g | Age 11 to 17
6g | Age 7 to 10
5g | Age 4 to 6
3g |
|---|
| Per portion | 2.2g
37% | 2.2g
37% | 2.2g
37% | 2.2g
44% | 2.2g
73% |
Boone calculates these percentages from Taco Bell UK published nutrition data against UK Dietary Reference Values and NHS free sugar and salt limits. Free sugar, salt, calories and saturated fat are limits to stay under; fibre is a target to reach, so a high percentage there is a good thing. For guidance only.
Calories in Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains 472 kcal per standard serving. Moderate calorie share
Daily calorie needs vary by age and sex. The table below shows how this serving compares to typical daily reference intakes.
Calories by portion: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| Portion | Adult (female)
2000 kcal | Adult (male)
2500 kcal | Age 11 to 17
1936 kcal | Age 7 to 10
1553 kcal | Age 4 to 6
1291 kcal |
|---|
| Per portion | 472 kcal
24% | 472 kcal
19% | 472 kcal
24% | 472 kcal
30% | 472 kcal
37% |
Boone calculates these percentages from Taco Bell UK published nutrition data against UK Dietary Reference Values and NHS free sugar and salt limits. Free sugar, salt, calories and saturated fat are limits to stay under; fibre is a target to reach, so a high percentage there is a good thing. For guidance only.
Saturated fat in Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains 3.3g of saturated fat per standard serving. Moderate saturated fat
The saturated fat guideline is 20g a day for women and 30g for men, and lower again for children. The table below shows how this serving compares.
Saturated fat by portion: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| Portion | Adult (female)
20g | Adult (male)
30g | Age 11 to 17
20g | Age 7 to 10
18g | Age 4 to 6
16g |
|---|
| Per portion | 3.3g
16% | 3.3g
11% | 3.3g
16% | 3.3g
18% | 3.3g
21% |
Boone calculates these percentages from Taco Bell UK published nutrition data against UK Dietary Reference Values and NHS free sugar and salt limits. Free sugar, salt, calories and saturated fat are limits to stay under; fibre is a target to reach, so a high percentage there is a good thing. For guidance only.
Fibre in Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains 0.7g of fibre per standard serving. Little fibre
Fibre is the one figure here that is a target to reach rather than a limit to stay under. UK guidance is 30g a day for adults, 25g for ages 11 to 17, 20g for ages 7 to 10 and 15g for ages 4 to 6. Most people in the UK fall well short. The table below shows how much of a day’s fibre this serving provides.
Fibre by portion: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| Portion | Adult (female)
30g | Adult (male)
30g | Age 11 to 17
25g | Age 7 to 10
20g | Age 4 to 6
15g |
|---|
| Per portion | 0.7g
2% | 0.7g
2% | 0.7g
3% | 0.7g
3% | 0.7g
5% |
Boone calculates these percentages from Taco Bell UK published nutrition data against UK Dietary Reference Values and NHS free sugar and salt limits. Free sugar, salt, calories and saturated fat are limits to stay under; fibre is a target to reach, so a high percentage there is a good thing. For guidance only.
Ultra-processed food: what is really in it
Processing and additives: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce is assembled from 2 separately listed components. Reading the ingredient list closely, it contains antioxidants, dextrose, flavour enhancers, flavourings, modified starches, preservatives, stabilisers and thickeners. These are not there to add nutritional value. They make industrial production and distribution possible.
Antioxidants
Slow the natural oxidation of fats, so components keep their colour and flavour. Found in the lava sauce.
Dextrose
A simple sugar used for browning, bulk and mild sweetness. Found in the crispy chicken tenders and lava sauce.
Flavour enhancers
Intensify savoury taste so less of the real ingredient is needed. Found in the crispy chicken tenders and lava sauce.
Flavourings
Add or restore taste lost during processing. Found in the crispy chicken tenders.
Modified starches
Thicken and hold water in a way unmodified flour cannot. Found in the crispy chicken tenders and lava sauce.
Preservatives
Slow the growth of bacteria, yeasts and moulds in centrally prepared components. Found in the lava sauce.
Stabilisers
Stop mixtures separating and hold texture during storage and transport. Found in the lava sauce.
Thickeners
Give sauces and fillings the body they would otherwise lack. Found in the lava sauce.
Boone classifies Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce as NOVA group 4, ultra-processed, based on the published ingredient list. NOVA groups foods by how far they are from their whole-food form, not by how nutritious they are. A group 4 food is not automatically unhealthy, and a group 1 food is not automatically healthy. Read from Taco Bell UK’s published ingredient lists, 30 September 2026.
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains at least 32 distinct ingredients: 15 raw and 17 manufactured. Raw means something you could buy and cook with at home; manufactured means a substance that only exists as an output of industrial processing.
Ingredient count by order: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| What you order | Raw | Manufactured | Total | % manufactured |
|---|
| Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce on its own | 15 | 17 | 32 | 53% |
| Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce + regular seasoned fries | 21 | 24 | 45 | 53% |
| Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce + fries + a nacho cheese dip | 23 | 29 | 52 | 56% |
| Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce + fries + dip + a regular Pepsi Max | 24 | 33 | 57 | 58% |
| Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce + fries + dip + drink + Cinnamon Twists | 28 | 34 | 62 | 55% |
The 17 manufactured ingredients
acid e270, acidity regulator e330, antioxidant e385, breadcrumb, buttermilk powder, dextrose, mature cheddar cheese powder, modified starch, natural flavouring, preservative e202, raising agents e450, e500, stabiliser e415, starch, vegetable oils, wheat gluten, whey powder, yeast extract.
The 15 raw ingredients
beetroot powder, brown sugar, chicken breast meat, flours, free range egg yolk powder, garlic powder, onion powder, rapeseed oil, salt, spice, spice extracts, spices, spirit vinegar, vinegar powder, water.
Boone counts every distinct top-level ingredient named on Taco Bell’s published component lists and removes duplicates, so salt appearing in several components counts once. Where an additive class is followed by a named substance, the substance is counted. Raw covers whole foods and basic kitchen staples such as flour, sugar, salt and oil. Manufactured covers substances that only exist as an output of industrial processing. Every figure here is a minimum.
Ingredients
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce is assembled from 2 separately listed components.
Ingredients by component: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
Crispy Chicken Tenders
Chicken breast meat (60%), Flours (WHEAT flour, rice flour), Vegetable oils (palm oil, fully refined soybean oil), Starch (contains wheat), Breadcrumb (WHEAT flour, salt, yeast, dextrose), Modified Starch, Salt, Garlic Powder, Dextrose, Onion Powder, Natural Flavouring, Yeast Extract, Spice Extracts, WHEAT Gluten, Buttermilk Powder (contains MILK), Raising Agents (E450, E500), Spice, Vinegar Powder, Acidity Regulator (E330).
Lava Sauce
Rapeseed oil, Water, Spirit vinegar, Dextrose, Free range EGG yolk powder, Brown sugar, Salt, Mature Cheddar cheese powder [Mature Cheddar cheese powder (MILK, Salt, Starter culture), Salt], Whey powder (MILK), Spices (Paprika, Black pepper, Cayenne), Yeast extract, Garlic powder, Spice extracts (Paprika, Capsicum), Onion powder, Beetroot powder, Acid (E270), Modified starch, Preservative (E202), Stabiliser (E415), Antioxidant (E385).
Ingredients taken from Taco Bell UK’s published nutrition and allergen information, last updated 30 September 2026. Recipes change, so always check in restaurant before ordering if you have an allergy.
Allergens at a glance
Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce contains cereals containing gluten, milk and eggs.
Allergen information: Taco Bell Crispy Chicken Tenders (3) with Lava Sauce
| Allergen | Status |
|---|
| Cereals containing gluten | Contains |
| Milk | Contains |
| Eggs | Contains |
| Fish | Not present |
| Crustaceans | Not present |
| Tree nuts | Not present |
| Peanuts | Not present |
| Soya | Not present |
| Sulphites | Not present |
| Molluscs | Not present |
| Sesame | Not present |
| Celery | Not present |
| Mustard | Not present |
| Lupin | Not present |
Contains = declared by Taco Bell as present. May contain traces = a supplier states the allergen cannot be excluded. Taco Bell prepares food in shared kitchens using shared equipment and cannot guarantee that cross contact with allergens will not occur. Source: Taco Bell UK nutrition and allergen information, last updated 30 September 2026.
