Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta
Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta by Hy-Vee provides 84 kcal per 100 g, with 5.1 g of sugars and 5.6 g of protein. That is 67% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Meals category and comes in a 15.1 oz/428 g pack. Contains: gluten, mustard.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 cup (214 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | 180 kcal | 178 −53% | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1 g | 1% | 7.9 −94% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.8 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 14.5 g | 31 g | 11% | 17.8 −19% |
| Total sugars | 5.1 g | 11 g | 3.1 +67% | |
| Dietary fiber | 1.4 g | 3 g | 11% | 2 −31% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 12 g | 24% | 8.7 −36% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.7 g | 1.2 −72% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 5049 Meals products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- High protein
- 27% of calories from protein (EU: at least 20% of calories from protein)
- Fat-free
- 0.5 g fat per 100 g (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 g)
- Low saturated fat
- 0 g per 100 g, 0% of calories (EU: no more than 1.5 g per 100 g and 10% of calories)
- Source of fiber
- 1.4 g fiber per 100 g (EU: at least 3 g per 100 g or 1.5 g per 100 kcal)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other meals
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Ingredients
Zucchini, Red Bell Pepper, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Fillets, Water, Orzo (Semolina [Wheat], Durum Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron [Ferrous Sulfate], Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Asparagus, Balsamic Fig Glaze (Balsamic Vinegar, Sugar, Fructose, Corn Syrup, Fig Base [Fig, Water, Citric Acid], Raisin Paste, Water, Modified Corn Starch, Contains Less Than 2% Of Salt, Xanthan Gum), Red Onion, Dijon Mustard (Water, Mustard Seed, Vinegar, Salt, White Wine, Citric Acid, Turmeric, Tartaric Acid, Spices), Fajita Seasoning (Blend Of Salt, Sodium Phosphates [20.00%], Dextrose, Spices, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, And Less Than 2% Tricalcium Phosphate Added As Anticaking Agent), Salt (Salt, Yellow Prussiate Of Soda, Sodium Thiosulfate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Bicarbonate).
- Allergens
- GlutenMustard
Additives 9
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 15.1 oz/428 g
- Serving size
- 1 cup (214 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0075450244168
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta?
Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta contains 84 kcal per 100 g and about 180 kcal per serving (1 cup (214 g)).
How much sugar is in Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta?
Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta has 5.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Balsamic Chicken And Orzo Pasta contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Mustard. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 3, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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