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Flavor:
Chicken Wing(Extra Crispy)
Ingredients:
Fresh Chicken Marinated With: Salt, Sodium Phosphate and Monosodium Glutamate. Breaded With: Wheat Flour, Salt, Tricalcium Phosphate, Spices, Monosodium Glutamate, Corn Starch, Leavening (Sodium Bicarbonate), Garlic Powder, Canola Oil, Citric Acid, Natural Flavorings, Sugar, Corn Syrup Solids, With Not More Than 2% Calcium Silicate Added as an Anti Caking Agent Or Fresh Chicken Marinated With: Salt, Sodium Phosphate and Monosodium Glutamate. Breaded With: Wheat Flour, Salt, Tricalcium Phosphate, Spices, Monosodium Glutamate, Corn Starch, Leavening (Sodium Bicarbonate), Garlic Powder, Canola Oil, Modified Corn Starch, Spice Extractives, Citric Acid, And Not More Than 2% Calcium Silicate Added as an Anti Caking Agent.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the KFC Menu Chicken Wing (Extra Crispy) is not recommended for those seeking cleaner food options. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients which are considered less desirable for a cleaner diet. Furthermore, the addition of sugars, including corn syrup, and various additives raises concerns about the overall health impact of the product.
The chicken wing is marinated with ingredients that include salt, sodium phosphate, and monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG is a known additive that many prefer to avoid due to its potential health implications. The breading contains wheat flour, salt, and spices, but it also includes additional MSG, corn starch, and leavening agents. Garlic powder and canola oil are present, with canola oil being a point of contention for some due to its processing methods and potential health risks.
Anti-caking agents such as calcium silicate are used to maintain the texture of the product, and citric acid is included, which, while naturally occurring, can also be synthetically produced and is often used as a preservative. The presence of “natural flavorings” is ambiguous and can often mask a variety of unspecified ingredients, which might be a concern for those looking for transparency in their food choices.
The chicken wing also includes sugar and corn syrup solids. The latter is a refined sugar product that is often criticized for its contribution to excessive sugar consumption, a factor linked to numerous health issues including obesity and diabetes.
For consumers prioritizing clean eating, the KFC Menu Chicken Wing (Extra Crispy) falls short of expectations due to its non-organic nature, GMO ingredients, added sugars, and the inclusion of various additives and oils that are often avoided in cleaner diets. The product’s low green leaf rating reflects its position as a less suitable option for health-conscious individuals. Those seeking cleaner, more wholesome food choices might consider other products that align closely with their dietary standards.
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