Lidl, Simply

Simply Sweet & Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast Slices

Barcode 4335619313460

Yes — Simply Sweet & Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast Slices is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including stabiliser: triphosphates, caramelised sugar syrup, yeast extract, smoked water, flavouring, and paprika extract. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, as they are industrial formulations used for texture, flavour enhancement, colour, and shelf-life rather than basic culinary purposes.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken (92%)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

triphosphate stabiliser

A food additive used as a stabiliser in processed foods; a phosphate ester that helps with texture and moisture retention.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
UPF

caramelised sugar syrup

A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

molasses powder
UPF

smoked water

Water infused with smoke flavors or compounds used as a flavoring agent in cooking.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.

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Common questions about Simply Sweet & Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast Slices

Is Simply Sweet & Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast Slices ultra-processed?

Yes — Simply Sweet & Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast Slices by Lidl, Simply is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including stabiliser: triphosphates, caramelised sugar syrup, yeast extract, smoked water, flavouring, and paprika extract. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, as they are industrial formulations used for texture, flavour enhancement, colour, and shelf-life rather than basic culinary purposes.

Which ingredients in Simply Sweet & Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast Slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Simply Sweet & Smoky BBQ Chicken Breast Slices as ultra-processed markers: triphosphate stabiliser, caramelised sugar syrup, yeast extract, smoked water, flavouring, paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.