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Morrisons

BBQ Lemon Garlic and Herb Chicken Breast Steaks

Barcode 5010525309651
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — BBQ Lemon Garlic and Herb Chicken Breast Steaks is ultra-processed.

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This chicken product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed flavouring ingredients: guar gum, a stabiliser; yeast extract, a flavour enhancer; paprika extract, an extracted flavour or colour ingredient; and flavouring, a specified flavouring additive. These ingredients indicate an industrial formulation beyond simple marinated chicken. The product also contains refined white sugar and cornflour, but these alone would not determine the classification.

Common questions about BBQ Lemon Garlic and Herb Chicken Breast Steaks

Is BBQ Lemon Garlic and Herb Chicken Breast Steaks ultra-processed?

Yes — BBQ Lemon Garlic and Herb Chicken Breast Steaks by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This chicken product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed flavouring ingredients: guar gum, a stabiliser; yeast extract, a flavour enhancer; paprika extract, an extracted flavour or colour ingredient; and flavouring, a specified flavouring additive. These ingredients indicate an industrial formulation beyond simple marinated chicken. The product also contains refined white sugar and cornflour, but these alone would not determine the classification.

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.

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