Chickenless Nuggets, 9.87 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot this in the frozen or plant-based meat section as a quick, familiar grab for weeknight dinners, snacks, or kid-friendly meals. It gives a nostalgic, comforting nugget vibe while being positioned as a convenient plant-based alternative. The long ingredient list (protein isolates, textured vegetable protein, methylcellulose, natural flavors) signals engineered texture and shelf stability — hallmarks of ultra-processed products.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
WATER, WHEAT, FLOUR, SUNFLOWER, SEED, AND/OR, CANOLA, OIL, TEXTURED, VEGETABLE, PROTEIN, (WHEAT, PROTEIN,, WHEAT, STARCH,, PEA, PROTEIN), SOY, PROTEIN, ISOLATE, WHEAT, FIBER, NATURAL, FLAVORS, WHEAT, GLUTEN, METHYLCELLULOSE, (THICKENER), SEA, SALT, LEMON, JUICE, (ADDED, TO, MAINTAIN, FRESHNESS), YEAST, SALT, ONION, POWDER, YEAST, EXTRACT, GARLIC, POWDER, WHITE, PEPPER..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (soy protein isolate, textured vegetable protein, methylcellulose, natural flavors) and is formulated to mimic meat texture and prolong shelf life, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Chickenless Nuggets, 9.87 OZ
That depends on your definition of healthy! These nuggets pack in a solid 12 grams of protein and 4 grams of dietary fiber per serving, which is pretty impressive. If you're looking for a quick meal option that's lower in sugar and cholesterol-free, they might just fit the bill. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things based on your dietary needs and lifestyle!