Chicken stock vs Chicken Stock Cubes
Overall, Chicken stock has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Chicken stock
Chicken Stock Cubes
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Chicken stock | Chicken Stock Cubes |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | c |
| 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 | 0.1 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 14 g | 0.1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Chicken | Eggs |
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 80% less sugar (0.1 g vs 0.5 g).
- Chicken stock has 60% more fiber (0.5 g vs 0.2 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.
- Only Chicken Stock Cubes lists: Eggs.
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, maize starch, maltodextrin, palm fat, yeast extract powder, sugar, chicken fat (3%), chicken powder (1%), flavouring (contains egg), onion powder, spices, parsley, acid (citric acid).
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 Cubes has fewer calories: 7 kcal versus 63 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chicken Stock Cubes has less sugar: 0.1 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.