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Southern fried chicken
Southern fried chicken by Sainsbury's is listed in the Breaded chicken category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, mustard.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Added sugars | 2.6 g | 0.8 +240% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 521 Breaded chicken products on Foodmetria.
Ingredients
White Sub Roll (Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Rapeseed Oil, Free Range Egg, Yeast, Salt, Skimmed Cows' Milk Powder, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid), Breaded Southern Fried Chicken Goujons (18%) (British Chicken Breast (63%), Batter (13%) (Wheat Flour, Wheat Starch, Cornflour, Rice Flour, Wheat Gluten, Water, Salt, Sugar, Yeast Extract, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Fennel, Black Pepper, Nutmeg, White Pepper, Raising Agents: Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate; Colours: Paprika Extract, Turmeric Extract, Sunflower Oil), Rapeseed Oil, Breadcrumbs (10%) (Wheat Flour, Sugar, Salt, Yeast, Black Pepper, Raising Agents: Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate; Colours: Paprika Extract, Turmeric Extract), Water, Salt), Iceberg Lettuce (8%), Red Pepper (8%), Mayonnaise (6%) (Rapeseed Oil, Water, Free Range Egg, Cornflour, Spirit Vinegar, Sugar, Dijon Mustard (Water, Mustard Seed, Spirit Vinegar, Salt), Salt, Mustard Flour),Barbecue Dressing (6%) (Water, Brown Sugar, Red Wine Vinegar, Tomato Paste, Black Treacle, Honey, Cornflour, Smoked paprika, Salt, Roasted Garlic Purée, Dried Onion, Garlic powder, Cayenne Pepper, Mace), Jalapeño Peppers (Pepper,Water, Salt, Acidity Regulator: Acetic Acid), Red Chilli Sauce (Tomato Paste, Sugar, Water, Red Chilli Purée, Spirit Vinegar, Cornflour, Salt), Cracked Black Pepper,Smoked Paprika.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilkMustard
Additives 8
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01879131
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Frequently asked questions
Is Southern fried chicken healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Southern fried chicken vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Southern fried chicken contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Mustard. 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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