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Is Taquitos Chicken-Fajita Safe? Ingredient Analysis

El Tequito

El Tequito's Taquitos Chicken-Fajita is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Modified Starch.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes pre-cooked chicken breast and various vegetables, but also contains modified starch and sugar, raising concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.

Main concern

Contains modified starch, which is a processed ingredient with potential 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 10% pre-cooked chicken breast, providing a source of meat.
  • Includes a variety of vegetables like bell peppers and onions, contributing to flavor.
  • Uses spices such as cumin and garlic powder, enhancing taste without artificial flavors.

Concerns

  • Contains modified starch, which is a processed ingredient with potential quality concerns.
  • Includes sugar, which raises questions about unnecessary sweeteners in savory products.
  • Presence of dextrose and potato starch indicates a reliance on processed fillers.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3842689

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Allergens detected: wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains 10% pre-cooked chicken breast, providing a source of meat.; Includes a variety of vegetables like bell peppers and onions, contributing to flavor.; Uses spices such as cumin and garlic powder, enhancing taste without artificial flavors.. See the Pros section above.
Zerotox gives El Tequito — Taquitos Chicken-Fajita 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Contains modified starch, which is a processed ingredient with potential quality concerns.; Includes sugar, which raises questions about unnecessary sweeteners in savory products.; Presence of dextrose and potato starch indicates a reliance on processed fillers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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El Tequito — Taquitos Chicken-Fajita has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
El Tequito — Taquitos Chicken-Fajita has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More El Tequito products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes pre-cooked chicken breast and various vegetables, but also contains modified starch and sugar, raising concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
El Tequito — Taquitos Chicken-Fajita has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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