Chicken Quesadilla

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Chicken Quesadilla · Gluten Free

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wheat, and 4 more.

  • wheat
  • barley
  • wheat flour
  • wheat starch
  • Gluten (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

wheat

On the label

Malted Barley FlourWaterShorteningInteresterified Soybean OilHydrogenated Soybean OilHydrogenated Cottonseed OilLeaveningBaking Soda

What we checked

Gluten grains (wheat, barley, rye)wheat, barley, wheat flour
Allergen data (gluten)Gluten listed

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
520 kcal
Fat
26 g
Saturated fat
13 g
high
Carbohydrates
41 g
Sugars
3 g
low
Fibre
3 g
Protein
26 g
Salt
3.2 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Bleached Enriched Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Water, Shortening (Interesterified Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil), Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Yeast [yeast, Sorbitan Monostearate, Ascorbic Acid]), Sugar, Dough Conditioners (Mono - And Diglycerides, Fumaric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Enzymes, Wheat Starch, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Cellulose, Corn Starch, Dicalcium Phosphate, With Tocopherols, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid), Calcium Propionate, Molasses, Low-moisture Part-skim Mozzarella Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Monterey Jack And American Cheese (Cultured Milk, Part-skim Milk, Water, Cream, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Jalapeno Peppers, Sodium Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Color Added, Annatto, Paprika Extract, Enzymes), Anticaking Agents (Potato Starch, Cornstarch, Powdered Cellulose), Chicken, Water, Seasoning (Modified Potato Starch, Salt, Yeast Extract, Spices, Sugar, Citric Acid, Disodium Inosinate, Guanylate, Torula Yeast, Maltodextrin, Dextrose, Natural Flavors, Soybean Oil), Sodium Phosphates, Soybean Oil, Water, Vinegar, Jalapeno Peppers, Buttermilk, Spices, Egg Yolk, Dextrose, Chili Powder, Salt, Natural Flavors, Sugar, Onion Powder, Paprika, Minced Onion, Garlic Powder, Cocoa Powder Processed With Alkali, Dried Onion, Glucono-delta-lactone, Modified Food Starch, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate, Lactic Acid, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Citric Acid, Acetic Acid, Calcium Disodium EDTA

Detailed analysis: why is Chicken Quesadilla not gluten free?

Our analysis indicates that Chicken Quesadilla is likely not suitable for a gluten free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • wheat
  • barley
  • wheat flour
  • wheat starch
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Bleached Enriched Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Water, Shortening (Interesterified Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil), Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Yeast [yeast, Sorbitan Monostearate, Ascorbic Acid]), Sugar, Dough Conditioners (Mono - And Diglycerides, Fumaric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Enzymes, Wheat Starch, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Cellulose, Corn Starch, Dicalcium Phosphate, With Tocopherols, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid), Calcium Propionate, Molasses, Low-moisture Part-skim Mozzarella Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Monterey Jack And American Cheese (Cultured Milk, Part-skim Milk, Water, Cream, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Jalapeno Peppers, Sodium Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Color Added, Annatto, Paprika Extract, Enzymes), Anticaking Agents (Potato Starch, Cornstarch, Powdered Cellulose), Chicken, Water, Seasoning (Modified Potato Starch, Salt, Yeast Extract, Spices, Sugar, Citric Acid, Disodium Inosinate, Guanylate, Torula Yeast, Maltodextrin, Dextrose, Natural Flavors, Soybean Oil), Sodium Phosphates, Soybean Oil, Water, Vinegar, Jalapeno Peppers, Buttermilk, Spices, Egg Yolk, Dextrose, Chili Powder, Salt, Natural Flavors, Sugar, Onion Powder, Paprika, Minced Onion, Garlic Powder, Cocoa Powder Processed With Alkali, Dried Onion, Glucono-delta-lactone, Modified Food Starch, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate, Lactic Acid, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Citric Acid, Acetic Acid, Calcium Disodium EDTA. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Chicken Quesadilla contains 520 calories per 100g, with 26g of protein, 26g of fat, and 41g of carbohydrates (3g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a gluten free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer gluten free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chicken Quesadilla Gluten Free?

No, Chicken Quesadilla is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, barley, wheat flour and others.

Does Chicken Quesadilla contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Bleached Enriched Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Water, Shortening (Interesterified Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Cottonseed ...

What are the nutritional facts of Chicken Quesadilla?

Chicken Quesadilla contains 520 calories per 100g, with 26g of protein, 41g of carbohydrates, and 26g of fat.

How much sugar is in Chicken Quesadilla?

Chicken Quesadilla lists 3 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Chicken Quesadilla ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Chicken Quesadilla is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Chicken Quesadilla on a Gluten Free diet?

No, Chicken Quesadilla is not recommended for a Gluten Free diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Gluten Free-certified alternatives.