Plant-Based Chicken Nuggets, 13.5 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd find these in the frozen aisle, grabbed for quick weeknight dinners, kids' lunches, or game-day snacks. The product evokes nostalgic, comforting chicken-nugget vibes but the long list of industrial ingredients (methylcellulose, modified starches, natural flavors, protein concentrates and added vitamins) and engineered breaded texture indicate a highly processed, shelf-stable reformed product.
Nutrition Facts
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
- •soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains reconstituted plant protein isolates, multiple industrial additives (methylcellulose, modified food starch, natural flavors), and fortification—hallmarks of ultra-processed foods engineered for texture, flavor, and shelf stability.
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Common Questions about Plant-Based Chicken Nuggets, 13.5 OZ
That really depends on your definition of healthy! At 240 calories and 13 grams of protein per serving, they're a decent option for a quick snack or meal, especially if you're looking for a meat alternative. Just remember, 'healthy' can vary from person to person, so consider how they fit into your overall diet.