Breaded Chicken Pieces

Barcode 5063210065899

Yes — Breaded Chicken Pieces is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes non-specific additive ingredients like "color" (coloring agents) and isolated sodium compounds (listed generically as "sodium"), which indicate industrial additives beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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chicken breast

A lean, boneless cut of chicken meat from the pectoral area; commonly used protein in cooking.
OK

salt

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

sugar

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

color
OK

brown sugar

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

sodium

A key mineral used for electrolyte balance and as a food additive (often as salt) in many foods.

Common questions about Breaded Chicken Pieces

Is Breaded Chicken Pieces ultra-processed?

Yes — Breaded Chicken Pieces is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes non-specific additive ingredients like "color" (coloring agents) and isolated sodium compounds (listed generically as "sodium"), which indicate industrial additives beyond basic culinary ingredients.

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.