Chicken Goujons

Barcode 5063210047734

Yes — Chicken Goujons is ultra-processed.

A convenient chicken product, but not ideal for everyday eating.

This appears to be a chicken-based breaded product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains dextrose, an industrially processed isolated sugar, and flavouring, an extracted or synthesized flavour additive. These ingredients are UPF markers under the NOVA classification. The fortified wheat flour, vitamins and minerals, rapeseed oil, butter, spices, vinegar, and lemon juice do not independently make it ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken breast (65%)
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

unsalted butter (milk)

Dairy fat produced from milk with no added salt; common cooking fat in many cuisines.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
OK

water

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

roasted garlic purée

Smooth purée made from garlic that has been roasted; used to impart mellow garlic flavor in sauces, dressings, and dishes.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

ground pepper
OK

spice

Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.
OK

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
UPF

flavouring

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

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Common questions about Chicken Goujons

Is Chicken Goujons ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Goujons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This appears to be a chicken-based breaded product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains dextrose, an industrially processed isolated sugar, and flavouring, an extracted or synthesized flavour additive. These ingredients are UPF markers under the NOVA classification. The fortified wheat flour, vitamins and minerals, rapeseed oil, butter, spices, vinegar, and lemon juice do not independently make it ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Chicken Goujons are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Chicken Goujons as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, flavouring. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.