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Extra Crispy Tenders

Ingredients:

Chicken Tenderloins containing up to 25% of a solution of Water, Seasoning (Modified Potato Starch, Salt, Onion Powder, Chicken Flavor [With Maltodextrin, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Chicken Fat, Dehydrated Cooked Chicken], Spice Extractive), Potassium and Sodium Phosphates. 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 Chicken Tenderloins containing up to 25% of a solution of Water, Seasoning (Modified Potato Starch, Salt, Onion Powder, Chicken Flavor [With Maltodextrin, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Chicken Fat, Dehydrated Cooked Chicken], Spice Extractive), Potassium and Sodium Phosphates. 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. Or Chicken Breast Strips containing up to 25% of a solution of Water, Seasoning (Modified Potato Starch, Salt, Onion Powder, Natural Chicken Flavor [Maltodextrin, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Chicken Fat, Dehydrated Cooked Chicken], Spice Extractive), Potassium And Sodium Phosphates. 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 Chicken Breast Strips containing up to 25% of a solution of Water, Seasoning (Modified Potato Starch, Salt, Onion Powder, Natural Chicken Flavor [Maltodextrin, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Chicken Fat, Dehydrated Cooked Chicken], Spice Extractive), Potassium And Sodium Phosphates. 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

Ingredient Score:

This product earns a rating of 1/5 green leaves, reflecting its position as a less desirable choice for consumers seeking cleaner food options. The KFC Menu Extra Crispy Tenders are non-organic, contain genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, added sugars, and a range of additives and oils that are deemed harmful based on the scoring criteria of the reviewing website.

The tenders are not organic, which immediately reduces their score due to the preference for organically sourced ingredients. Additionally, the presence of GMOs further impacts the rating negatively. The inclusion of added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, along with the more concerning corn syrup, detracts from the product’s overall healthfulness.

The ingredient list reveals several potentially harmful additives, including unspecified natural flavors and “flavor.” More concerning are the known harmful additives, specifically maltodextrin and monosodium glutamate (MSG), which are flagged for their negative health implications. The use of canola oil, categorized as a harmful oil, also contributes to the product’s low score.

The scoring system is stringent, deducting points for each instance of unapproved ingredients, reflecting a commitment to promoting cleaner, healthier food options. The KFC Menu Extra Crispy Tenders fall short in this regard, as they contain multiple ingredients that are contrary to the principles of the website. The product’s low green leaf rating serves as a clear indicator that it does not align with the healthier, cleaner eating options that the website aims to endorse.

Consumers looking for cleaner food options are advised to avoid this product, as it does not meet the standards set by the website for a healthy and wholesome choice. The rigorous review process ensures that only products meeting the highest standards of health and quality receive a favorable rating, and the KFC Menu Extra Crispy Tenders, unfortunately, do not rise to this level.