Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese vs Chicken Tinga
Overall, Chicken Tinga has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese | Chicken Tinga |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 191 kcal | 91 kcal |
| Fat | 9.1 g | 4 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 0.9 g |
| Sugars | 1.7 g | 3 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 1.6 g |
| Protein | 8.3 g | 7.6 g |
| Additives | 1 | 2 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Mustard | Chicken, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chicken Tinga has 52% fewer calories (91 kcal vs 191 kcal).
- Chicken Tinga has 56% less fat (4 g vs 9.1 g).
- Chicken Tinga has 83% less saturated fat (0.9 g vs 5.1 g).
- Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese has 43% less sugar (1.7 g vs 3 g).
- Chicken Tinga has 36% more fiber (1.6 g vs 1 g).
- Chicken Tinga has the better Nutri-Score.
- Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese lists: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Mustard.
- Only Chicken Tinga lists: Chicken, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Cooked Chifferi Pasta (37%) (Water, Durum Wheat Semolina, Egg), Water, Milk, Vintage Vegetarian Cheddar Cheese (Milk) (12%), Vegetarian Mozzarella Cheese (Milk) (4%), Extra Mature Vegetarian Cheddar Cheese (Milk) (4%), Medium Fat Soft Vegetarian Cheese (Milk) (3%), Medium Fat Hard Vegetarian Cheese (Milk) (3%), Double Cream (Milk) (3%), Toasted Ciabatta Crumb (2%) (Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Salt, Yeast), Vegetarian Mascarpone Cheese (Milk) (2%), Cornflour, English Mustard (Water, Mustard Flour, Salt, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Yellow Mustard Seeds, Acidity Regulator (Citric acid), Turmeric), Rapeseed Oil, Parsley, Thyme, Black Pepper, Ground Paprika.
Chicken Tinga
Chicken (27%), Tomato (22%), Black Beans (22%), Onions, Carrots, Garlic, Chipotle Peppers [Water, Salt, Sugar, Onion, Acetic Acid], Lime Juice (sulphites), Salt, Cumin, Paprika, Chicken Bouillon [salt, palm oil, potato Starch, yeast extract, sugar,dehydrated chicken meat (4%), chicken fat, natural flavourings, turmeric, colouring (plain caramel)], Vegetable Oil
FAQ
Which is healthier: Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese or Chicken Tinga?
Overall, Chicken Tinga 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 Tinga has fewer calories: 91 kcal versus 191 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Vintage Cheddar Mac & Cheese has less sugar: 1.7 g versus 3 g per 100 g.