Chicken Scallopini
What You Should Know
You'd spot this in the refrigerated ready-to-cook section or meat counter at Whole Foods, pulled for an easy weeknight dinner or a simple crowd-pleasing main. It feels convenient and comforting—a nostalgic breaded-cutlet vibe with a lightly indulgent finish. The ingredient list and additives (breadcrumbs, oils, powdered cellulose, silicon dioxide, dextrose, pH adjusters) point to industrial processing aimed at consistent texture, shelf stability, and uniform crispness, typical of NOVA 4 products.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Chicken, Breast, Water, Breadcrumbs, (unbleached, wheat, flour,, yeast,, sugar,, salt,, soybean, oil), Whole, Egg, (whole, egg,, citric, acid), Parmesan, Cheese, (pasteurized, milk,, cheese, cultures,, salt,, enzymes,, powdered, cellulose, [to, prevent, caking]), Soybean, Oil, Salt, Dextrose, Dehydrated, Vinegar, (white, distilled, vinegar,, sodium, bicarbonate, [baking, soda,, for, ph, adjustment],, silicon, dioxide, [anti-caking, agent],, sunflower, oil), Tapioca, Starch, Dry, Parsley, Rosemary, Extract, (sunflower, oil,, rosemary, extract), Sodium, Bicarbonate, White, Pepper, Black, Pepper, Garlic, Powder, Onion, Powder..
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
- •sodium bicarbonate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
The product contains industrial formulations and additives (anti-caking agents, powdered cellulose, dextrose, pH adjusters) plus pre-breaded components and added oils, indicating extensive industrial processing consistent with an ultra-processed (NOVA 4) classification.
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Common Questions about Chicken Scallopini
The Chicken Scallopini packs a solid protein punch with 20 grams per serving, making it a decent option if you’re looking for something filling. However, it's a bit higher in sodium (490 mg) than some may prefer, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation. Think of it as a convenient meal that fits into a balanced diet rather than a health food superstar.