CUDDLY COPING

Here’s Why Thousands of People Are Buying ‘Emotional Support Chicken Nuggets’ Online

Many of the purchases have been made by full-grown adults

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The world has never been more strange and never been full of stranger people, and with all the crazy things happening around us, the ways in which people are coping with the madness has also never been well… more mad.

Case in point: the number-one bestselling plush toy on Amazon right now is this set of emotional support chicken nuggets. Yes, you read that correctly: emotional support chicken nuggets.

Amazon says more than 3,000 people have purchased these cuddly cutlets in the last few weeks alone, and if the reviews are to be believed, many of the purchases have been made by full-grown adults looking for a little stress relief.

BESTSELLER

Emotional Support Chicken Nuggets by Relatable

$16.99

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From toymaker Relatable, the creators of the popular “What Do You Meme?” card game, these palm-sized plushies measure just under 4 x 8 inches in size, and make for kitschy companions while curled up in bed or on the couch. They’re sure to be a conversation starter when displayed on a side table or shelf too.

Soft and shaggy, each of the nuggets come with its own name and expression. This set gets you five emotional support nuggets and one plush container to store them in. Cuddle up with a favorite and share the rest with friends, or take the whole tray with you — the set is portable enough to travel with, say, if you need a little help to get through flight anxiety or stress at work.

Relatable says these emotional support nuggets are “both practical and adorable, bringing a little bit of lighthearted support to your loved ones.” In a product description, the brand says the “plushy softness and hilarious expressions serve as a reminder that it’s okay to laugh. So, whether you need a cute gift for your best friend, a quirky addition to your office decor, or just something extra fun to have around, the Emotional Support Nuggets are here for you.”

Not a nuggets person? Amazon also sells emotional support pizzas, donuts, dumplings and more online. Some of these are selling quickly so we recommend adding to cart while they’re still in stock. See some of our favorite emotional support plushies below.