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Bibigo Spicy Chicken Crispy Dumplings
Frozen Foods
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Bibigo Spicy Chicken Crispy Dumplings

Bibigo
7.70 oz
Available at Foodtown
510
Calories
18g
Protein
5g
Sugars
950mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
146
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bibigo Spicy Chicken Crispy Dumplings are a frozen, grab-and-go appetizer found in the supermarket freezer aisle, typically shelved near other Asian frozen entrées, potstickers, and snackable appetizers. You'd reach for them when assembling a quick weeknight dinner, pulling together game-day snacks, or packing a casual back-to-school lunch that needs reheating. The brand leans into contemporary Korean culinary trends — marketed for shoppers seeking bold, authentic flavors with a convenient prep ritual — appealing to young professionals, busy families, and food-curious eaters who like global flavors without restaurant effort. Packaging and label copy emphasize taste and authenticity rather than health credentials; there is no organic certification listed and no prominent “natural” or kid-focused branding, though marketing language like “chicken” and “vegetable” can create a light health halo. In plain terms this is a highly processed frozen product made with multiple industrial ingredients and texturizers. Sensory notes: each bite is a small, crunchy dumpling with a golden, fried wrapper and a savory, mildly spicy chicken–vegetable interior balanced by cabbage, glass noodles, and green onion; the included sweet‑spicy sauce adds sticky heat and sugary balance. The product comes in a frozen retail box containing a sealed bag of dumplings and a sauce pouch; common rituals include reheating in an air fryer for extra crispness or microwaving for speed, then dipping into the sauce and serving as finger food at gatherings or as a quick entrée component. Sodium and calorie levels make it an indulgent convenience option rather than a health-forward choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories510
% Daily Value*
Total Fat24g31%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium950mg41%
Total Carbohydrate55g20%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein18g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, FILLING:, CHICKEN,, CABBAGE,, ONION,, REHYDRATED, GLASS, NOODLES, (WATER,, SWEET, POTATO, STARCH,, CARRAGEENAN,, SALT),, GREEN, ONION,, SOY, SAUCE, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, WHEAT,, SALT),, TEXTURED, SOY, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE,, SUGAR,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF, YEAST, EXTRACT,, GARLIC,, RED, PEPPER,, OAT, FIBER,, SALT,, GRILL, FLAVOR, (TAPIOCA, DEXTRIN,, SALT,, GRILL, FLAVOR, [FROM, SUNFLOWER, OIL],, SMOKE, FLAVOR)., DOUGH:, WATER,, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (WHEAT, FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, WHEAT, FLOUR,, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH,, RICE, FLOUR,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF, BREADCRUMBS, (UNBLEACHED, WHEAT, FLOUR,, SUGAR,, YEAST,, SEA, SALT),, SALT,, VEGETABLE, OIL,, SODIUM, BICARBONATE,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, XANTHAN, GUM,, SUGAR., FRIED, IN, VEGETABLE, OIL., SAUCE:, SUGAR,, WATER,, HOT, PEPPER, PASTE, (WHEAT, FLOUR,, RICE, SYRUP,, WATER,, RED, PEPPER, POWDER,, SALT,, WHEAT,, DEFATTED, SOYBEAN, POWDER,, KOJI),, SOY, SAUCE, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, WHEAT,, SALT),, CORN, SYRUP,, VEGETABLE, OIL,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF, GARLIC,, RICE, VINEGAR,, FOOD, STARCH,, SESAME, OIL,, SALT,, XANTHAN, GUM..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified food starch, textured soy protein, corn syrup, xanthan gum, flavors) and is a ready-to-heat frozen product, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Bibigo Spicy Chicken Crispy Dumplings

The Spicy Chicken Dumplings can be a tasty addition to your meal rotation, especially if you're looking for something quick and satisfying. With 18 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving, they can help keep you feeling full. However, they do pack a punch in calories and sodium, so consider balancing them with fresh veggies or a light salad.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
back-to-school

Vibe:

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