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Butter chicken

Butter chicken nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScoreExcellent
100/100
Calories
500
Sugar
0gZero Sugar!
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Family & Pet Safety

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Dog Friendly? đŸ¶âœ…

No specific toxins found.

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Pregnancy Safe? đŸ€°âœ…

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly đŸ‘¶âœ…

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Clean Ingredients List

We found no high-risk synthetic additives.

Full Ingredients List:

Poulet marinĂ© cuit (40%) CrĂšme lĂ©gĂšre (37%). ConcentrĂ© de tomate Beurre (4%). Miel Huile de colza Coriandre PurĂ©e d'ail Gingembre PurĂ©e de piments rouges Sel Fenugrec moulu Colorant : Extrait de paprika Garam masala de Dumka. Poulet marinĂ© cuit contient Blanc de poulet (87%) Huile de colza Lait fermentĂ© Ă  faible teneur en matiĂšres grasses CrĂšme lĂ©gĂšre Jus de citron FĂ©cule de maĂŻs Sel ConcentrĂ© de tomate PurĂ©e de gingembre PurĂ©e d'ail Coriandre. Coriandre moulue Garam masala du Pendjab (Cardamome noire grillĂ©e Coriandre grillĂ©e Cumin grillĂ© Poivre noir Cannelle. Macis. Cardamome verte grillĂ©e Gingembre Graines de fenouil Clous de girofle Noix de muscade Feuilles de laurier) Paprika fumĂ© moulu Curcuma moulu. Garam masala de Dumka contient Poivre noir rĂŽti Coriandre grillĂ©e Macis grillĂ© Graines de fenouil grillĂ©es Écorce de cannelle de Chine grillĂ©e Clous de girofle grillĂ©s Gingembre.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

OK

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in high quantity (25g)

A high consumption of fat can raise cholesterol and increase heart disease risk. Limit consumption.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (3.57g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (0g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (1.61g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

Cons & Warnings

  • ● High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Butter chicken truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 100/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

✅ Ingredient Quality: Clean Label

A major advantage of Butter chicken is what it doesn't contain. Our scan found no high-risk synthetic dyes (like Red 40), artificial preservatives, or controversial sweeteners. This "Clean Label" status significantly boosts its health rating.

Sugar & Metabolic Impact

Impressively, this is a Zero Sugar product. This makes it an excellent candidate for Keto diets, diabetics, or anyone looking to reduce caloric intake without sacrificing flavor.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Butter chicken achieves a CakeID Score of 100/100.

Highly Recommended: This is a top-tier choice that balances convenience with excellent nutritional value.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 1.6g salt/100g. Drink water.

Gut Health

Good fiber content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butter chicken healthy? ▌
Yes. With a score of 100/100, Butter chicken is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Butter chicken Vegan? ▌
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
Are there artificial additives? ▌
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
500
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25g32%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 61g22%
Dietary Fiber 14g50%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 11g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 500 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

50
Run
63
Cycle
125
Walk

Sugar Visualization

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.