Earth’s Best

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, Earth’s Best Frozen Baked Chicken Nuggets fall short of meeting the criteria for a cleaner food option on our website. This product is not organic, which immediately impacts its rating negatively. Furthermore, it is not verified as using non-GMO ingredients, leading to further deductions in its score.

The inclusion of added sugars, specifically evaporated cane sugar, is a significant drawback for these chicken nuggets. Our rating system penalizes products for added sugars because they contribute to the overall unhealthiness of the product. In the case of Earth’s Best Frozen Baked Chicken Nuggets, both sugar and cane sugar are present, which compounds the issue.

Corn starch, an additive found in the breading and batter of the nuggets, is another ingredient that our system flags as potentially harmful. While it serves a purpose in food production, it does not align with the goals of those seeking cleaner food options. Moreover, the use of canola oil is not favored in our assessment due to concerns over its health implications, particularly when it is not expeller-pressed or certified non-GMO.

The ingredients list also includes whole wheat flour, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and spices, which may appeal to those interested in more natural flavorings. However, the presence of these ingredients does not offset the negative impact of the aforementioned problematic components.

The product’s overall score reflects a strong recommendation to avoid it based on the criteria established for a healthier food choice. The Earth’s Best Frozen Baked Chicken Nuggets do not align with the objectives of providing cleaner, more wholesome food alternatives in today’s market, where consumers are increasingly aware of and concerned about the ingredients in their food.