What product name did McDonald's introduce in 1983 for its bite-sized chicken pieces?

McDonald's introduced Chicken McNuggets in 1983 for its bite-sized chicken pieces.

The product was developed as a standardized, easy-to-serve chicken item shaped into small pieces. Its name followed McDonald’s established naming style, using “Mc” to connect the product directly to the restaurant brand.

Chicken McNuggets broadened McDonald’s menu beyond hamburgers and fish sandwiches. The pieces were designed for dipping and were commonly sold with sauces, making them especially recognizable as a branded menu product.

Chicken McNuggets are different from the McChicken sandwich. The McChicken is a sandwich, while McNuggets are individually shaped chicken pieces. That distinction explains why the two names should not be treated as interchangeable.