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Impossible Chicken Nuggets 13.5 oz
Meat
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Impossible Chicken Nuggets 13.5 oz

Impossible
13.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
13g
Protein
1g
Sugars
480mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
66
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Impossible Chicken Nuggets (13.5 oz) sit in the frozen aisle, typically on a shelf alongside other plant-based proteins and near conventional frozen chicken nuggets and breaded appetizers. Shoppers encounter them in the vegan/vegetarian section of frozen foods or mixed into the mainstream frozen foods bay. They are positioned for quick family meals, weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, and kid-friendly lunch boxes. The brand leans on modern, eco-conscious messaging: plant-based innovation, protein-forward claims, and comparisons to animal meat, targeting flexitarians, young families, and environmentally minded consumers who still want familiar comfort foods. Packaging often emphasizes “made from plants,” protein content, and sustainability; you will not usually see organic certification on this SKU and it carries the health halo of ‘plant-based,’ while also featuring bright, family-friendly visuals rather than child-character branding. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, formulated product designed for convenience — breaded, seasoned, and ready-to-heat. Sensory cues: golden, uniformly breaded nuggets with a crisp exterior and a tender, chewy interior that mimics chicken texture; typical use is oven-baking or air-frying straight from the freezer with dipping sauces as part of a casual meal ritual. The box (plastic bag or inner tray inside a printed cardboard sleeve) is meant for freezer display and quick handling. Ingredients include concentrated soy protein, flours, oils, binders and texturizers, natural flavors, and added vitamins and minerals, reflecting an engineered, ready-to-heat frozen convenience product common in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5.0
Servings per Container: 4
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Sodium480mg21%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein13g
* 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

Water,, Wheat, Flour,, Soy, Protein, Concentrate,, Soybean, Oil,, Sunflower, Oil,, 2%, or, Less, of:, Potato, Starch,, Methylcellulose,, Natural, Flavors,, Salt,, Cultured, Dextrose,, Wheat, Gluten,, Yeast, Extract,, Yellow, Corn, Flour,, Dextrose,, Food, Starch, Modified,, Sugar,, Garlic, Powder,, Onion, Powder,, Spices,, Leavening, (Cream, of, Tartar,, Sodium, Bicarbonate),, Dried, Yeast,, Paprika, Extract, (for, Color),, Vitamin, E, (Tocopherols), Vitamins, &, Minerals:, Zinc., Vitamins, (B3,, B5,, B1,, B6,, B2,, and, B12)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Paprika Extract - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

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 industrial ingredients (methylcellulose, modified starches, isolates, natural flavors) and is a ready-to-heat formulated product, matching the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Impossible Chicken Nuggets 13.5 oz

The Impossible Chicken Nuggets can be considered a healthier alternative to traditional chicken nuggets, especially if you're looking for a plant-based option. They pack a protein punch with 13 grams per serving, but they're not exactly high in fiber or low in sodium, so context matters here. If you’re aiming for a balanced diet, enjoy them in moderation alongside plenty of veggies!

Perfect For

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

Vibe:

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