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Protein Pesto Penne Chicken
Protein Pesto Penne Chicken by Asda provides 117 kcal per 100 g, with 1.5 g of sugars and 8.7 g of protein. That is 43% less 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 with chicken category and comes in a 380 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 pack (380 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | 445 kcal | 145 −19% | |
| Total fat | 2.2 g | 8.5 g | 11% | 5.9 −62% |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 2.6 g | 13% | 1.8 −62% |
| Carbohydrates | 14.5 g | 55 g | 20% | 13.4 +8% |
| Total sugars | 1.5 g | 5.5 g | 2.5 −43% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.2 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.7 g | 6.3 g | 23% | 1.5 +8% |
| Protein | 8.7 g | 33 g | 66% | 9.1 |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 1.1 g | 1 −73% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2041 Meals with chicken products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other meals with chicken
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cooked Wholewheat Penne Pasta (39%) [Water, Durum Wheat Semolina, Rapeseed Oil], Roasted Chicken Breast Pieces (15%) [Chicken Breast (97%), Dextrose, Potato Starch, Salt], Water, Cherry Tomatoes, Broccoli, Single Cream (Milk), Pesto (4%) [Sunflower Oil, Basil, Medium Fat Hard Cheese (Milk), Salt], Baby Leaf Spinach, Basil, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese (Unpasteurised Milk), Cornflour. Allergy Advice! for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. May also contain nuts, peanuts and sesame seeds.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanutsSesame seeds
Product details
- Quantity
- 380 g
- Serving size
- 1 pack (380 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5063089340837
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Protein Pesto Penne Chicken?
Protein Pesto Penne Chicken contains 117 kcal per 100 g and about 445 kcal per serving (1 pack (380 g)).
How much sugar is in Protein Pesto Penne Chicken?
Protein Pesto Penne Chicken has 1.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Protein Pesto Penne 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 Protein Pesto Penne Chicken vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Protein Pesto Penne Chicken contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. It may also contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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