Breaded Chicken Pieces

Barcode 5063250531651

Yes — Breaded Chicken Pieces is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly refined industrial oil), modified starch (an industrial thickener), generic seasoning (a pre-identified UPF ingredient likely containing flavor enhancers and other additives), and garlic puree (an industrially processed ingredient). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an industrial formulation according to NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

chicken (60%)
OK

water

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

wheat flour (gluten)
OK

vegetable oil (palm, rapeseed)
OK

breadcrumbs (wheat flour, salt, yeast)
OK

thickener: modified starch
UPF

seasoning

A generic blend of salt, spices, herbs, and may include flavor enhancers for taste enhancement.
OK

salt

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

folic acid

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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.

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). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly refined industrial oil), modified starch (an industrial thickener), generic seasoning (a pre-identified UPF ingredient likely containing flavor enhancers and other additives), and garlic puree (an industrially processed ingredient). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an industrial formulation according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Breaded Chicken Pieces are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Breaded Chicken Pieces as an ultra-processed marker: seasoning. 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.