Prices last checked November 1, 2026
Breaded white-meat chicken tenders in 3 or 4 pieces.
Wendy’s menu describes it like this: “Crispy on the outside, tender, juicy white meat on the inside.”
On the order.wendys.com carryout menus of the 5 Wendy’s restaurants we checked on November 1, 2026 (Atlanta, Columbus, Dallas, Orlando and Philadelphia), the Chicken Tenders in a 3-piece order cost about $5.39, from $4.99 to $5.69 depending on the restaurant. An order has 420 calories, 22 g of fat, 22 g of carbohydrates, 33 g of protein and 1,050 mg of sodium for 3 tenders without sauce, according to Wendy’s nutrition information.
Chicken Tenders Price (November 2026)
The Chicken Tenders typically cost $5.39 at the Wendy's restaurants we checked on order.wendys.com, and you can expect to pay anywhere from about $4.99 to $5.69. Each Wendy's sets its own prices. We read lunch menus at 5 restaurants (Atlanta, Columbus, Dallas, Orlando and Philadelphia) and breakfast menus at 3 (Chicago, Denver and Los Angeles) on November 1, 2026, so prices near you can differ.
| Item | Typical price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders (3 pc) | $5.39 | 420 |
| Chicken Tenders (4 pc) | $7.19 | 560 |
Chicken Tenders Calories and Nutrition
The Chicken Tenders have 420 calories, about 21% of a 2,000-calorie day, along with 33 g of protein and 1,050 mg of sodium.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 | 21% |
| Total fat | 22 g | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g | 8% |
| Protein | 33 g | 66% |
| Sodium | 1,050 mg | 46% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition is for 3 tenders without dipping sauce. Nutrition is approximate and based on Wendy's published U.S. nutrition information.
What's in the Chicken Tenders?
Allergens: contains Wheat. Recipes and suppliers can change, so always check Wendy's allergen information or ask your server if you have a food allergy.
When can you order the Chicken Tenders?
The Chicken Tenders are on Wendy's lunch and dinner menu, which starts when breakfast ends (no later than 10:30 a.m., according to Wendy's) and runs until the restaurant closes. Of the 192 Wendy's restaurants in our 8 city searches, 190 showed a closing time of midnight or later on the Sunday we checked. See Wendy's hours.
Are the Chicken Tenders worth it?
At a typical $5.39, the Chicken Tenders work out to about $1.28 per 100 calories and 6.1 grams of protein per dollar, about average for chicken & nuggets on the menu.
Comparing sizes, the 3 pc gives you the most food for your money at roughly $1.28 per 100 calories.
On a tighter budget? The Crispy Chicken Sandwich costs about $2.19.
Ordering tips
- Each Wendy's sets its own prices, and Wendy's says prices may be higher for delivery.
Chicken Tenders FAQ
How much do the Chicken Tenders cost at Wendy's?
At a typical U.S. Wendy's in November 2026, the Chicken Tenders cost: 3 pc $5.39, 4 pc $7.19. Prices we tracked range from $4.99 to $5.69 depending on the restaurant.
How many calories are in the Chicken Tenders?
The Chicken Tenders have 420 calories, 22 g of fat, 22 g of carbohydrates and 33 g of protein. Nutrition is for 3 tenders without dipping sauce.
Can you get the Chicken Tenders for delivery?
Yes, at most restaurants. Order it on order.wendys.com or in the Wendy's app for pickup or delivery; delivery fees may apply and Wendy's says prices may be higher for delivery.