Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast Bites

Why this score

• Processed (NOVA 3)Processed food per the NOVA classification — −0.5.
• Medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium salt 1.4 g (−0.2).

Ingredients (17)

• 10Boneless skinless chicken breastWhole food, excellent lean protein source, minimally processed
• 10WaterEssential, natural, no processing concerns.
• 9PaprikaNatural spice from peppers, adds flavor and antioxidants
• 3SugarRefined sweetener, adds calories with minimal nutritional value.
• 6SaltEssential mineral but contributes high sodium content.
• 9Celery seedNatural spice with traditional culinary use and mild health benefits
• 7Paprika extractNatural coloring and flavoring from paprika, minimally processed
• 6Spice extractiveScored from our ingredient guidelines.
• 6Canola oilVegetable oil, acceptable but refined and processed.
• 5Soybean oilRefined vegetable oil; likely hydrogenated; high omega-6 content.
• 6Rice StarchProcessed starch, neutral nutritional value, acceptable binder/thickener.
• 5Wheat flourRefined grain; enriched but lacks whole-grain nutrition.
• 7Nonfat dry milkProcessed dairy; adds protein; minimal additives.
• 8Dried egg whitesProtein source; minimally processed form of whole food.
• 7Baking powderLeavening agent, common and acceptable.
• 9SpiceNatural flavor and antimicrobial compound.
• 6Vegetable oilProcessed oil, neutral nutritionally when used in moderation

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk, gluten, eggs, celery

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