What are the ingredients in Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets?

In label order (largest amount first): Chicken, water, whole wheat flour, enriched wheat flour (enriched with niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), isolated soy protein, contains 2% or less of the following: corn starch, extractives of paprika, extractives of turmeric, garlic powder, maltodextrin, natural flavors, onion powder, and 5 more.

Does Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Maltodextrin (worth noting): Permitted as a food additive but excessive consumption may impact blood sugar levels. Natural Flavors (worth noting): The term 'natural flavors' is broad and may include substances derived from allergens or additives. Salt (worth noting): Excessive consumption may contribute to high blood pressure. Sodium Phosphates (worth noting): Excessive consumption may impact kidney health or phosphorus balance. Yeast Extract (worth noting): Contains naturally occurring glutamates; excessive consumption may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

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Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets

Name: Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets
Brand: Tyson
SKU: 00023700038265

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Listed as: Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets, CN, 0.68 oz.

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

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MaltodextrinWorth noting
Permitted with limits in India
Permitted as a food additive but excessive consumption may impact blood sugar levels.
Worth knowing: Used as a thickener or filler; some consumers avoid it due to its high glycemic index.
Depends on amount
Natural FlavorsWorth noting
Status unclear
The term 'natural flavors' is broad and may include substances derived from allergens or additives.
Worth knowing: Consumers with allergies or sensitivities may prefer to avoid unspecified natural flavors.
Evidence debated

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TrustPick Health Score

71/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

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Product facts

Manufacturer: Tyson Foods Inc.
Serving size: 100 g (100 GRAM)
Last updated: 17 Oct 2026

Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1
Chicken
2
water
3
whole wheat flour
4
enriched wheat flour (enriched with niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid)
5
isolated soy protein
6
contains 2% or less of the following: corn starch
7
extractives of paprika
8
extractives of turmeric
9
garlic powder
10
maltodextrin
11
natural flavors
12
onion powder
13
salt
14
sodium phosphates
15
spice extractives (including extractives of celery seed)
16
spices (including celery seed)
17
yeast extract. Breading set in vegetable oil.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)
Energy	223 kcal	223 kcal
Fat	10.4 g	10.4 g
of which saturated	2.1 g	2.1 g
of which trans	0.1 g	0.1 g
Carbohydrate	15.6 g	15.6 g
of which sugars	0.1 g	0.1 g
of which added sugars	0.1 g	0.1 g
Fibre	1.6 g	1.6 g
Protein	16.7 g	16.7 g
Sodium	465 mg	465 mg

Questions about Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets

Is Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 71/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (465 mg). Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, Salt, Sodium Phosphates and 1 more are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets?: In label order (largest amount first): Chicken, water, whole wheat flour, enriched wheat flour (enriched with niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), isolated soy protein, contains 2% or less of the following: corn starch, extractives of paprika, extractives of turmeric, garlic powder, maltodextrin, natural flavors, onion powder, and 5 more.
Does Tyson Fully Cooked Whole Grain Breaded Chicken Nuggets contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Maltodextrin (worth noting): Permitted as a food additive but excessive consumption may impact blood sugar levels. Natural Flavors (worth noting): The term 'natural flavors' is broad and may include substances derived from allergens or additives. Salt (worth noting): Excessive consumption may contribute to high blood pressure. Sodium Phosphates (worth noting): Excessive consumption may impact kidney health or phosphorus balance. Yeast Extract (worth noting): Contains naturally occurring glutamates; excessive consumption may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

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