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Tyson Buffalo Style Chicken Strips
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Tyson Buffalo Style Chicken Strips

TYSON
25 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
12g
Protein
1g
Sugars
550mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
68
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Tyson Buffalo Style Chicken Strips arrive in the frozen aisle, usually shelved alongside other frozen breaded chicken products, appetizers and family snack items like nuggets and popcorn chicken. Packaged in a brightly colored frozen bag or box with bold orange-red accents evoking Buffalo sauce, the product leans on convenience imagery — oven- and air-fryer ready, fully cooked, and portioned for sharing. It’s positioned for quick dinners, party platters and game-day spreads: shoppers grabbing tailgate supplies, parents stocking busy-weeknight dinner options, or college students seeking an easy hot snack are all likely customers. As a mainstream, family-oriented Tyson item, marketing emphasizes protein, bold flavor and reliability; calls out “100% all natural* white meat chicken,” a “no added hormones or steroids” note, and a 12 g protein per serving line to reinforce wholesomeness even though the ingredient list includes several industrial additives. No organic certification is present; the label leans on familiar comfort‑food cues and kid-friendly appeal rather than premium or artisanal positioning. In plain terms, these strips are heavily processed: chicken is breaded, precooked, glazed and stabilized with starches, emulsifiers and phosphates to preserve texture and flavor. Sensory cues: a crispy, golden breading glossed with a sticky, tangy Buffalo glaze carrying cayenne heat; chew from white-meat chicken with a slightly bready crunch. Rituals around the product include reheating in an air fryer for extra crispness, dunking in ranch or blue cheese, and pairing with fries or celery — quintessentially American convenience-eating with a spicy kick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 oz
Servings per Container: 8
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium550mg24%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein12g
* 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

Boneless,, Skinless, Chicken, Breast, With, Rib, Meat, Water,, Wheat, Flour,, Hot, Sauce, (Aged, Cayenne, Pepper,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Salt), Corn, Syrup,, Contains, 2%, Or, Less, Of:, Canola, Oil,, Dried, Yeast,, Extractives, Of Paprika,, Garlic, Powder,, Guar, Gum,, Honey,, Leavening, (Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate, Sodium, Bicarbonate),, Modified, Food, Starch,, Natural, And, Artificial, Flavor,, Onion, Powder,, Polysorbate, 80,, Salt,, Sodium, Phosphates,, Soybean Oil,, Spice, Extractives,, Spices,, Sugar,, Wheat, Gluten,, Xanthan, Gum,, Yellow, Corn Flour., Breading set, in, vegetable, oil..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Polysorbate 80 - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

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 (polysorbate 80, modified food starch, sodium phosphates), added sugars, corn syrup, flavors and is pre-breaded and precooked, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Tyson Buffalo Style Chicken Strips

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These chicken strips pack 12 grams of protein per serving, which is great if you're looking to fuel up after a workout. However, they do contain some sodium and added sugars, so if you're watching those numbers, you might want to enjoy them in moderation.

Perfect For

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

Vibe:

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