M&S

Butter basted chicken breast

Barcode 00330626

Scanned 11 times by Nomi users

No — Butter basted chicken breast is not ultra-processed.

The product contains cooked chicken breast, unsalted butter (milk), and salt. These are basic, minimally processed ingredients without industrial additives (such as emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, or refined industrial syrups). Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked chicken breast (95%). unsalted butter (milk) (3.5%) salt

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Common questions about Butter basted chicken breast

Is Butter basted chicken breast ultra-processed?

No — Butter basted chicken breast by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains cooked chicken breast, unsalted butter (milk), and salt. These are basic, minimally processed ingredients without industrial additives (such as emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, or refined industrial syrups). Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.