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Chinese chicken
Chinese chicken by Tesco provides 118 kcal per 100 g, with 6.7 g of sugars and 12.7 g of protein. That is 259% 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 Chicken and its products category. Contains: soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (239 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | 283 kcal | 172 −31% | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 9.6 g | 12% | 8.4 −52% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 1.4 g | 7% | 2.2 −74% |
| Carbohydrates | 7.4 g | 17.7 g | 6% | 6.2 +19% |
| Total sugars | 6.7 g | 16 g | 1.9 +259% | |
| Added sugars | 5.5 g | 13.2 g | 26% | 1.3 +313% |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 2.4 g | 9% | 0.8 +33% |
| Protein | 12.7 g | 30.4 g | 61% | 17.5 −27% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.6 g | 1.3 −46% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 161 Chicken and its products products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other chicken and its products
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
chicken breast (48%), green pepper, chinese style sauce (14%) [water, sugar, rice wine. molasses, rice vinegar, cornflour, ginger purée, soya beans. salt. garlic purée. spirit vinegar, spices], carrot, spring onion, sugar, spices. cornflour, salt. tomato powder, bell pepper. dried onion, dried garlic. parsley, chilli extract, paprika extract. oregano. garlic powder
- Allergens
- Soybeans
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 portion (239 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5059697709166
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Chinese chicken?
Chinese chicken contains 118 kcal per 100 g and about 283 kcal per serving (1 portion (239 g)).
How much sugar is in Chinese chicken?
Chinese chicken has 6.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Chinese chicken 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.
Is Chinese chicken vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Chinese chicken contain?
According to the label data it contains: Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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