Chicken breast nuggets
by Perdue
Scores 100/100 on FDA SAFFA + CSPI ingredient analysis , with no flagged ingredients identified.
The verdict
Chicken breast nuggets by Perdue scores 100/100 in PlainFoodSafe's ingredient screening. We compared its 41 labeled ingredients with FDA SAFFA regulatory records and CSPI Chemical Cuisine ratings; 0 ingredients are flagged for caution. This is not a recall, allergy, medical, or dietary-safety determination; check official notices and the product label for current decisions.
- 100/100
- Safe safety score
- 0
- flagged ingredients of 41 analyzed
- Group 4
- Ultra-processed
- D
- Nutri-Score nutrition grade
Computed directly from OpenFoodFacts ingredient data cross-referenced with FDA SAFFA and CSPI Chemical Cuisine ratings. See our methodology for the scoring formula.
What the Data Says About Chicken breast nuggets
Chicken breast nuggets by Perdue carries a composite safety score of 100/100, which we classify as "Safe" on our four-tier shelf-label framework.
The score is computed by mapping each labeled ingredient against FDA Substances Added to Food (SAFFA) regulatory status and CSPI Chemical Cuisine classifications, then penalizing the overall product for each additive rated as caution-or-worse. Product data originates from the OpenFoodFacts collaborative catalog; safety annotations come from federal regulators and the Center for Science in the Public Interest. This score is a transparent derived index we compute from that public data, not an official FDA rating or endorsement; see the Methodology page for the exact weighting.
Our scan did not identify any ingredients in this product that FDA SAFFA or CSPI Chemical Cuisine data flags as requiring caution or avoidance at the time of analysis. That is a meaningful clean-label signal, though it does not account for personal allergens, regional recalls, or inspection findings not reflected in federal additive databases. The per-ingredient breakdown below shows the source-level classification for each component.
On the NOVA processing scale, Chicken breast nuggets is classified as Group 4 (Ultra-processed). NOVA measures industrial processing intensity rather than ingredient-level safety, so it complements the SAFFA and CSPI ratings: a product can be clean on additive flags but heavily processed, or lightly processed but carry individually flagged ingredients. Combining both lenses gives a fuller picture than either alone. The Nutri-Score grade of D reflects nutritional balance, calories, saturated fat, sugar, sodium versus fiber, protein, and produce content, which again is a distinct dimension from additive safety and worth weighing alongside the scores above.
Safety Profile at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| PlainFoodSafe Score | 100/100 | FDA SAFFA + CSPI composite |
| Flagged ingredients | 0 | CSPI/FDA review |
| NOVA processing group | Group 4 | OpenFoodFacts |
| Nutri-Score | D | OpenFoodFacts |
Composite metric derived from FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine, OpenFoodFacts. See methodology.
How It Compares to Its Category
Among the 15,046 products we've scored in the Meats and their products category, the average safety score is 93.4/100. Chicken breast nuggets scores 6.6 points above that category average (100/100 vs. 93.4/100), so it is a comparatively strong pick for shoppers screening within that category specifically, rather than against the product catalog as a whole.
Ingredient Safety Analysis
Full Ingredient List
Amonal pot servis Calories 220 * Daily Value* 17% 18% 13% 21% 5% 0% add 2 minutes to heating time For a crispier product, turn halfway through heating time Let stand 2 to 3 minutes before serving AIR FRYER: Preheat Air Fryer to 400°F Coat air fryer with non-stick cooking spray Place a single, evenly spaced layer of nuggets in the basket Heat for 6 MINUTES, or until heated through with us at perduecom® for recipes, product tips, and general info WRITE Perdue Consumer Relations, PO BOX 1537, Salisbury, MD 21802 Please have this package available when contacting us about this purchase BE A PART OF OUR COMMUNITY! "If this purchase fails to meet your expectations, I want to know about it" fim Perdue includes Ta Asced Sugars Protein 12g 2% 24% Vit D Omcg 0% • Calcium 44mg Iron 1mg 6% • Potas 388mg 4% 8% * The % Dally Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice MICROWAVE OVEN: Remove film and place tray in microwave Heat on HIGH for 45 SECONDS If frozen, add 1 minute to total heat time Rearrange nuggets in tray and heat on HIGH for an additional 45 SECONDS If frozen, add 1 minute to total heat time Let stand for 2 to 3 minutes before serving Appliances may vary, heating times are approximate CAUTION: TRAY AND PRODUCT WILL BE HOT 72745 00109 Calories per gram: Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4 Boneless Chicken Breast with Rib Meat, Wheat Flour, Water, Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheese [(Milk, Water, Salt, Cream, Cheese Culture, Sodium Phosphate, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Sorbic Acid (Preservative), Enzymes, Lactic Acid, Color Added), Natamycin (a Natural Mold Inhibitor)], Yellow Corn Flour Vinegar, Salt, Sugar, Dextrose, Leavening (Cream of Tartar, Sodium Bicarbonate), Spice, Yeast, Guar Gum, Garlic Powder, Extractives of Paprika, Natural Flavor, Black Pepper Extract CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT Distributed By: Perdue, Salisbury, MD 21804 © 2023 Perdue Package design is a trademark of Perdue 934359
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Data Sources
Data as of May 2026. Source: OpenFoodFacts, FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine.
Product data from OpenFoodFacts (ODbL). Ingredient safety ratings from FDA SAFFA and CSPI Chemical Cuisine. See our methodology for details.
This information is for reference only and does not constitute dietary or medical advice.
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