Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce vs Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower
Overall, Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce
Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Chicken Parmigiana with Mari... | Penne Alla "Vodka"... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 132 kcal | 151 kcal |
| Fat | 4.9 g | 7.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 4.9 g |
| Sugars | 2.2 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 17.2 g | 7.1 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has 12% fewer calories (132 kcal vs 151 kcal).
- Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has 36% less fat (4.9 g vs 7.6 g).
- Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has 60% less saturated fat (2 g vs 4.9 g).
- Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower has 19% less sugar (1.8 g vs 2.2 g).
- Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower has 51% more fiber (1.8 g vs 0.9 g).
- Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has 59% more protein (17.2 g vs 7.1 g).
- Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has the better Nutri-Score.
- Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce
BREADED CHICKEN CUTLET (CHICKEN CUTLET [BONELESS, SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN, KOSHER SALT, BLACK PEPPER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE], BREADCRUMBS [WHEAT FLOUR, DEXTROSE, YEAST, SALT], EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], KOSHER SALT, BLACK PEPPER, DRIED OREGANO, DRIED PARSLEY, DRIED BASIL), TOMATO SAUCE (TOMATO PUREE [TOMATOES, CITRIC ACID], CRUSHED TOMATOES [TOMATOES, SALT, CITRIC ACID), WATER, TOMATO PASTE [TOMATOES, CITRIC ACID], ONIONS, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, GARLIC, SUGAR, SALT, BLACK PEPPER, DRIED PARSLEY, DRIED OREGANO, DRIED BASIL), MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), DRIED PARSLE
Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower
Cooked enriched penne rigate (water, durum wheat semolina, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), cauliflower, milk (vitamin D3 added), cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, salt, culture, enzymes), tomatoes (tomatoes, tomato puree, citric acid), water, jack cheese (pasteurized milk, salt, culture, enzymes), rice starch, garlic (garlic, water), jalapeño pepper, butter (cream, salt), rice flour, salt, lemon juice, chipotle puree (red chile, water, chipotles [smoked red jalapeño], apple cider vinegar, lime juice, rice flour, sea salt, garlic, onion, honey, rosemary, thyme, sage, bay leaves), cane sugar, spices (crushed red pepper, parsley, oregano, black pepper).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce or Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower?
Overall, Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Chicken Parmigiana with Marinara Sauce has fewer calories: 132 kcal versus 151 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Penne Alla "Vodka" Sauce with Cauliflower has less sugar: 1.8 g versus 2.2 g per 100 g.