Buffalo Chicken Wings
What You Should Know
You'd spot these Buffalo Chicken Wings in the frozen or refrigerated ready-to-heat aisle, grabbed for game-day crowds, casual parties, or a weekend comfort meal. The vibe is indulgent and nostalgic—spicy, finger-licking wings that evoke sports nights and takeout cravings. The ingredient list shows industrial sauce components (refined oil, xanthan gum, starches, natural flavors), signaling ultra-processed formulation designed for stable texture, saucy coating, and consistent flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Chicken, Wings, Buffalo, Sauce, (cayenne, pepper, sauce, [aged, cayenne, red, peppers,, distilled, vinegar,, water,, salt,, garlic, powder],, high, oleic, sunflower, oil,, filtered, water,, organic, white, vinegar,, organic, worcestershire, sauce, [organic, vinegar,, organic, molasses,, organic, raw, cane, sugar,, sea, salt,, organic, spices,, organic, garlic, powder],, corn, starch,, rice, flour,, sea, salt,, xanthan, gum,, dried, garlic,, natural, flavor), Parsley..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •high oleic sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial ingredients and formulations such as refined high-oleic oil, xanthan gum, starches, and natural flavors that are typical of ultra-processed foods designed for convenience, extended shelf-life, and uniform texture.
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Common Questions about Buffalo Chicken Wings
Well, it depends on your definition of healthy! With 13 grams of protein per serving and no added sugars, they can fit nicely into a balanced diet. Just keep in mind they are higher in fat, so they might not be the best choice if you’re watching your fat intake.