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Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs
Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs by Trader Joe's provides 188 kcal per 100 g, with 5.9 g of sugars and 15.3 g of protein. That is 131% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Meals with chicken category and comes in a 12 oz pack. Contains: chicken, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 6 meatballs (85 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 188 kcal | 160 kcal | 145 +29% | |
| Total fat | 10.6 g | 9 g | 12% | 5.9 +79% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 2 g | 10% | 1.8 +32% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.4 g | 8 g | 3% | 13.4 −30% |
| Total sugars | 5.9 g | 5 g | 2.5 +131% | |
| Added sugars | 4.7 g | 4 g | 8% | 1.2 +302% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.5 −100% |
| Protein | 15.3 g | 13 g | 26% | 9.1 +69% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 1.1 g | 1 +23% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2049 Meals with chicken products on Foodmetria.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- High protein
- 32% of calories from protein (EU: at least 20% of calories from protein)
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 with chicken
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
CHICKEN, DRIED PINEAPPLE (PINEAPPLE, SUGAR, CITRIC ACID), TAMARI SOY SAUCE POWDER (TAMARI SOY SAUCE [SOYBEANS, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN]), MIRIN, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, SEA SALT, SUGAR, VINEGAR POWDER, PINEAPPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, BLACK PEPPER, GROUND GINGER, GARLIC POWDER, ROSEMARY EXTRACT.
- Allergens
- ChickenSoybeans
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 12 oz
- Serving size
- 6 meatballs (85 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 00812252
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs?
Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs contains 188 kcal per 100 g and about 160 kcal per serving (6 meatballs (85 g)).
How much sugar is in Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs?
Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs has 5.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs contain?
According to the label data it contains: Chicken, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 4, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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