Chicken stock vs Chicken Stock Cubes
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 ml
| Nutrient | Chicken stock | Chicken Stock Cubes |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 63 kcal | 7 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 0.9 g |
| Protein | 14 g | 0.1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Chicken | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chicken Stock Cubes has 89% fewer calories (7 kcal vs 63 kcal).
- Chicken Stock Cubes has 96% less sugar (0 g vs 0.5 g).
- Chicken Stock Cubes has 48% less salt (0.3 g vs 0.7 g).
- Chicken Stock Cubes has 44% more fiber (0.9 g vs 0.5 g).
- Chicken stock has 99% more protein (14 g vs 0.1 g).
- Chicken stock has the better Nutri-Score.
- Chicken stock is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Chicken stock lists: Chicken.
Ingredients
Chicken stock
Water, Chicken Bones, Chicken (0.8%), Salt, Cornflour, Tomato Paste, Carrot, Leek, Onion, Garlic, Bay Leaf, Parsley, Sugar, Mushroom Extract, Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil, Thyme
Chicken Stock Cubes
Salt, Potato Starch, Palm Fat, Sugar, Yeast Extract, 2% Chicken Fat, Natural Flavourings, 1% Chicken Powder, (Chicken Skin, Chicken Meat), Onion, Spices, Herbs, Acid: Citric Acid; Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Maltodextrin. Allergy Advice May contain Celery, Egg, Milk, Mustard, Soya and Cereals containing Gluten.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Chicken stock or Chicken Stock Cubes?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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 Stock Cubes has fewer calories: 7 kcal versus 63 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chicken Stock Cubes has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.