Chicken stock vs Chicken Stock Cubes
Overall, Chicken stock has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Chicken stock | Chicken Stock Cubes |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 63 kcal | 283 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 4.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 16.5 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 24.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | — |
| Protein | 14 g | 13.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | Chicken | Chicken, Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chicken stock has 78% fewer calories (63 kcal vs 283 kcal).
- Chicken stock has 88% less fat (0.5 g vs 4.1 g).
- Chicken stock has 90% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 1 g).
- Chicken stock has 97% less sugar (0.5 g vs 16.5 g).
- Chicken stock has 97% less salt (0.7 g vs 24.5 g).
- Chicken stock has the better Nutri-Score.
- Chicken stock is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Chicken Stock Cubes lists: Gluten.
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
INGREDIENTS (GREATEST FIRST): Wheatflour, Salt, Dried Glucose Syrup, Flavour Enhancer (Monosodium Glutamate), Yeast Extract, Flavouring, Chicken Fat (chicken), Potato Starch, Sugar, Chicken Extract (2%), Onion Extract, Colour (Ammonia Caramel). Allergy Advice: contains wheat, gluten.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Chicken stock or Chicken Stock Cubes?
Overall, Chicken stock 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 stock has fewer calories: 63 kcal versus 283 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chicken stock has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 16.5 g per 100 g.