Is Chicken & Dumplings Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Marketside
This page reviews Chicken & Dumplings by Marketside as a ready meal. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Chicken Flavor Broth Concentrate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes chicken stock and dumplings, but also contains several processed ingredients like chicken flavor broth concentrate and yeast extract. These raise quality concerns.
Main concern
Chicken flavor broth concentrate contains natural flavor and yeast extract, which may indicate processing and raise quality concerns.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains chicken stock made from natural ingredients like chicken bones, vegetables, and herbs, indicating a base of real flavors.
- Includes vegetables such as carrots, celery, and peas, contributing to a more balanced composition.
- Dumplings made with durum wheat flour and eggs provide a traditional texture and flavor, enhancing the overall meal experience.
Concerns
- Chicken flavor broth concentrate contains natural flavor and yeast extract, which may indicate processing and raise quality concerns.
- Presence of added salt and sugar in the broth concentrate could be a concern for those monitoring sodium and sugar intake.
- Use of wheat gluten in dumplings may not be suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this ready meal and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this ready meal?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in the chicken stock, essential for flavor extraction and hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Chicken Bones safe in this ready meal?
Good
Chicken Bones is used here as base. Chicken bones provide a rich source of flavor and nutrients in the stock, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: CHICKEN BONES
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Is Onions safe in this ready meal?
Good
Onions is used here as natural_extract. Onions add depth of flavor to the stock, contributing to the aromatic profile of the dish.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ONIONS
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Is Celery safe in this ready meal?
Good
Celery is used here as natural_extract. Celery enhances the flavor base of the stock, providing a fresh and slightly peppery taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: CELERY
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Is Carrots safe in this ready meal?
Good
Carrots is used here as natural_extract. Carrots contribute sweetness and color to the dish, balancing the savory elements of the stock.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: CARROTS
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Is Sea Salt safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for seasoning, but excessive use can raise sodium concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEA SALT
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Is Garlic safe in this ready meal?
Good
Garlic is used here as natural_extract. Garlic adds a robust flavor to the stock, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: GARLIC
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Is Parsley safe in this ready meal?
Good
Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Parsley provides a fresh, herbal note to the dish, complementing the other flavors.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: PARSLEY
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Is White Pepper safe in this ready meal?
Medium
White Pepper is used here as flavor. White pepper adds a mild heat and flavor, but can be a concern for those sensitive to pepper.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: WHITE PEPPER
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Is Thyme safe in this ready meal?
Good
Thyme is used here as natural_extract. Thyme contributes an earthy flavor to the stock, enhancing the overall aromatic profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: THYME
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Is Bay Leaves safe in this ready meal?
Good
Bay Leaves is used here as natural_extract. Bay leaves add a subtle depth of flavor to the stock, enhancing the complexity of the dish.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: BAY LEAVES
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Is Marjoram safe in this ready meal?
Good
Marjoram is used here as natural_extract. Marjoram provides a sweet, aromatic flavor that complements the other herbs in the stock.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: MARJORAM
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Is Durum Wheat Flour safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Durum Wheat Flour is used here as base. Durum wheat flour is used in dumplings, providing structure but may raise gluten concerns for some.
Role in formula: base
Original: DURUM WHEAT FLOUR
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Is Eggs safe in this ready meal?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs contribute to the texture and richness of the dumplings, enhancing their overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: EGGS
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten adds elasticity to the dumplings but may not be suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEAT GLUTEN
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Is Butter safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds richness and flavor, but its saturated fat content may raise health concerns for some.
Role in formula: base
Original: BUTTER (CREAM, SALT)
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Is Peas safe in this ready meal?
Good
Peas is used here as natural_extract. Peas add sweetness and color, enhancing the nutritional profile of the dish.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: PEAS
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Is Chicken Flavor Broth Concentrate safe in this ready meal?
Bad
Chicken Flavor Broth Concentrate is used here as flavor. This concentrate contains natural flavor and yeast extract, indicating processing and raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHICKEN FLAVOR BROTH CONCENTRATE (CHICKEN STOCK, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, CHICKEN FAT)
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but may indicate a processed ingredient, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: YEAST EXTRACT (YEAST EXTRACT, SALT)
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Is Nutmeg safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Nutmeg is used here as flavor. Nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic flavor but can be overpowering if used excessively.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NUTMEG
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3354856
More from this brand: Marketside products in Zerotox
Similar products: ready_meal in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat , egg , milk
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