Is Creamy Rigatoni With Broccoli & Chicken Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Michelina's
Creamy Rigatoni With Broccoli & Chicken is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Michelina's. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Phosphate, Modified Food Starch, Maltodextrin affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified food starch and sodium phosphate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of chicken base and half and half indicates a mix of natural and synthetic components.
Main concern
Modified food starch and sodium phosphate are processed ingredients that may 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 cooked white chicken, providing a source of protein and flavor.
- Includes broccoli, which adds nutritional value and fiber.
- Half and half contributes creaminess, enhancing the overall texture.
- Uses granulated garlic and onion for flavor, which are common in savory dishes.
Concerns
- Modified food starch and sodium phosphate are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
- Contains maltodextrin, a processed carbohydrate that can be a red flag for some consumers.
- Rendered chicken fat may not appeal to those seeking leaner options.
- The presence of corn syrup in chicken base indicates added sugars, which can be undesirable.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental component in cooking and hydration of the pasta.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Semolina safe in this food?
Medium
Semolina is used here as base. Semolina is a refined grain product used for pasta, providing structure but lacking whole grain benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: semolina [enriched with niacin, ferrous sulfate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid]
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Is Chicken Breast With Rib Meat safe in this food?
Good
Chicken Breast With Rib Meat is used here as base. Cooked white chicken is a good source of lean protein, contributing to the dish's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: cooked white chicken (chicken breast with rib meat)
Read the full ingredient profile for Chicken Breast With Rib Meat
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Is Soy Protein Isolate safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Protein Isolate is used here as base. Soy protein isolate is a processed form of soy that adds protein but may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: soy protein isolate
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Is Sodium Phosphate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Phosphate is used here as preservative. Sodium phosphate is a synthetic additive used for texture and preservation, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sodium phosphate
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Is Modified Food Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Food Starch is used here as thickener. Modified food starch is a processed thickening agent that may not be well-received by health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified food starch
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this food?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can spike blood sugar levels, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrin
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is a vague term that can encompass various substances, raising transparency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor
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Is Broccoli safe in this food?
Good
Broccoli is used here as base. Broccoli adds nutritional value, including vitamins and minerals, enhancing the dish's health profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: broccoli
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Is Half And Half safe in this food?
Medium
Half And Half is used here as base. Half and half provides creaminess but is a dairy product that may not suit lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: half and half (milk and cream)
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Is Pasteurized Process Swiss Cheese safe in this food?
Medium
Pasteurized Process Swiss Cheese is used here as base. This cheese adds flavor and creaminess but is a processed dairy product with added ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasteurized process swiss cheese (swiss cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes])
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Is Rendered Chicken Fat safe in this food?
Bad
Rendered Chicken Fat is used here as base. Rendered chicken fat is a processed fat that may not appeal to those seeking healthier fat sources.
Role in formula: base
Original: rendered chicken fat
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Is Canola Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is a common cooking oil but is often refined, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: canola oil
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Is Granulated Onion safe in this food?
Good
Granulated Onion is used here as flavor. Granulated onion adds flavor and is a natural ingredient, enhancing the dish's taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: granulated onion
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall sensory experience of the dish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spices
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that can improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: xanthan gum
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Is Granulated Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Granulated Garlic is used here as flavor. Granulated garlic adds a robust flavor and is a natural ingredient, enhancing the dish's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: granulated garlic
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: 3408545
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Allergens detected: milk
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